HU Announces 11-Year High in Full-Time Undergraduate Enrollment

Thirteen-year high freshman class highlights strong fall 2025 enrollment

HUNTINGTON, Ind. — Huntington University has seen an 11-year high in full-time undergraduate enrollment for the fall 2025 semester. HU welcomed 862 full-time traditional undergraduate students to the Indiana home campus, which was a 3.5% increase over 2024 and a 6.4% increase over 2023. Undergraduate students in residential housing rose by 3% this fall as compared to the fall of 2024.

“Reaching an 11-year high in residential enrollment is more than a number — it’s a reflection of how God continues to bless our campus community,” said HU President Rob Pepper. “Students are choosing Huntington not only for academic excellence, but for a Christ-centered environment where they can live, learn and grow together.”

The undergraduate growth in Indiana was fueled in part by a strong first-time freshman class of 242 students, which was 5% larger than 2024 and the highest number of freshmen in the past 13 years. The overall enrollment at Huntington features students from 34 states and 31 countries.

“We’re excited to share that Huntington University welcomed a strong class of first-time freshmen, along with an incredible group of transfer and international students, this fall!” said Susie Carr, vice president for enrollment and marketing. “Their energy is already making a positive impact across campus. This momentum sets the stage for an amazing year ahead — and we can’t wait to see what’s next for HU!”

The encouraging enrollment news wasn’t just contained to the Huntington home campus. The Huntington University Arizona location set a new record high for full-time undergraduate students. The Peoria, Arizona, location specializes in HU’s nationally recognized digital media arts undergraduate program. HU’s Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, located in Fort Wayne in partnership with Indiana Tech, also reached a new high for full-time students.

“Huntington University has another outstanding enrollment this fall, led by strong numbers of incoming students in our nursing, agriculture, business, film/animation and education programs,” said Dr. Luke Fetters, vice president of academic affairs and dean of the faculty. “There is so much positive energy on campus this fall in classrooms, residence halls, athletic venues, student spaces and just walking across the Quad. It's a great time to be at Huntington University.”