Aurora University

Aurora University
Former names
Mendota Seminary (1893)
Mendota College (1893–1911)
Aurora College (1911–1985)
George Williams College (1886–2000)
MottoSapientes abscondunt scientiam (Latin)
Motto in English
Wise persons will carry away knowledge
TypePrivate university
EstablishedJanuary 9, 1893 (1893-01-09)
PresidentSusana Rivera-Mills
Students6,165 (2021)
Undergraduates4,114
Postgraduates2,051
Location, ,
U.S.
Campus40 acres (16.2 ha)
Colors   
(Blue and green)
NicknameSpartans
Sporting affiliations
Websiteaurora.edu

Aurora University (AU) is a private university in Aurora, Illinois, United States. Established in 1893 as a seminary of the Advent Christian Church, the university has been independent since 1971. Approximately 6,200 students are enrolled in the university's undergraduate and graduate programs.