Anderson University has taken a significant step to support students by announcing a tuition freeze for traditional and transfer undergraduate students for the 2026-27 academic year. This decision aims to help students better manage the costs of their education while receiving a Christ-centered experience.
Both in-state and out-of-state students will benefit from this frozen tuition. Anderson University doesn’t differentiate between local and out-of-state students when it comes to tuition rates. President Scott Moats emphasized, “This is a bold and necessary step for our students. We want families to feel confident in AU’s affordability.”
This move aligns with a larger trend among Indiana’s public universities, which recently announced their own tuition freezes. This initiative gains support from state leaders like Gov. Mike Braun, who highlights the need for manageable education costs in today’s economy.
Anderson University already offers competitive tuition rates, with the current undergraduate cost set at $37,600 for the 2025-26 academic year. This rate is lower than many similar private institutions in Indiana, which often range from around $40,000 to over $60,000 per year. The tuition freeze ensures that this competitive rate will remain intact for all returning and incoming students for the following year.
Scott Cagnet, vice president for admissions and athletics, noted, “We recognize the sacrifices made for higher education. This tuition freeze shows that we are committed to making education more accessible.” Cagnet’s remarks echo findings from a recent study by the National Center for Education Statistics, which reported that the average cost of tuition continues to rise, making freezes like this especially impactful for families.
Alongside the freeze, Anderson University provides various scholarships and financial aid options to help students further lessen their financial burden. This commitment ensures that more families can consider higher education without the fear of overwhelming costs.
“Anderson University is among the most financially accessible private universities in Indiana,” Moats said. “This freeze is our way of serving and supporting our students while encouraging them to pursue their educational dreams.”
The tuition freeze will apply to new students starting in August 2026, as well as to current students returning for the academic year. As part of its ongoing strategy, the university will also review rates for adult, online, and graduate programs this fall.
For more information about financial aid and scholarships, check out the resources available on Anderson University’s financial aid page and the scholarships page.
