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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Florence, AL

Heritage Christian University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in AL. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$11,982

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

100.0%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

N/A

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$42,597

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Heritage Christian University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Florence, AL. With a competitive tuition profile of $11,982, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$47,928

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

3.8 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$12,597

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$78,042

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$204,012

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
11.1%
88.9%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
82.5%
Black
9.5%
Hispanic
4.8%
International
1.6%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.6%
Asian
0.0%
Two or more
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%
Unknown
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

1

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

1

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$11,982

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30kNot Reported
$30k - $48kNot Reported
$48k - $75kNot Reported
$75k+Not Reported

Debt & Financial Aid

Pell Grant Recipients35.4%
Using Federal Loans2.4%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment48.3%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$12,790
Pell Grant Recipients39.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

66.7%

Success

N/A

In-State Cost

$11,982

Age 25+ Students

52.9%

Carnegie Class

Associate's: High Transfer

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Florence (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Florence (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Florence

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$664

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$720

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$940

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Florence metropolitan area.