Asbury University

AU is an online school and a traditional university that hosts students on campus in Wilmore, Kentucky. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, 42% of AU undergraduates study at least partially online. Remote students can study from anywhere in the country, with the majority of them studying from neighboring states, such as Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee, and Illinois. 

Degrees earned from AU are respected by employers because they are awarded by an accredited school. This means that an external agency has validated its programs, faculty, and overall mission as an educational institution. Specifically, AU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, master’s and doctorate degrees, and certificates. 

Every online school featured on OnlineU is accredited. 

AU is a Christian institution that integrates faith with learning in a way that aligns with the Wesleyan Holiness tradition. The school's intention is to engage students in a Christ-centered education, with required core courses reflecting this faith: Understanding Old Testament, Understanding New Testament, and Foundations of Christian Thought. 

As mentioned, AU is best known for its Christian affiliations and its integration of faith into its coursework. Not only are students required to take three courses in Biblical Studies, but there are full programs that prepare students for life in the ministry. For example, students can earn a 100% online Bachelor of Science in Leadership and Ministry, where they can prepare themselves for a career in pastoral leadership. Additional programs, although not online, can be found in Bible theology and biblical languages.

According to College Scorecard, the highest earning degree at AU is in the field of digital communication, where graduates earn a median annual salary of ~$36,400. While this exact field of study isn't available online, the Bachelor of Science in Digital Content Creation is likely to produce similar career opportunities in marketing and social media. The Bachelor of Science in Leadership and Ministry is the second highest earning degree with an expected salary of ~$33,000.

OnlineU's Salary Score is a proprietary metric that compares alumni salaries from different schools using the same degree. On a scale of 1 to 100, AU scores 38 and 23 for bachelor's and master's degrees, respectively. 

Data from College Scorecard shows that AU has a higher-than-average acceptance rate of 75%. This means that it accepts the majority of students who apply. One reason it may be easier to get into is that it does not require the submission of college entrance exam scores. 

Applying to college at AU is a simple and free process. Keep in mind that all incoming first-year students are required to have a 2.5 GPA. 

• Complete the following steps to apply.
• Fill out and submit Asbury University's online application.
• Send high school and/or college transcripts directly from the school attended.  

Afterward, students can follow their application's progress through the Asbury Checklist system.