Drew University

Madison, New Jersey · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$24,280

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

70.5%

Admission rate

68%

Undergrad size

1,533

In-state tuition

$47,100

Out-of-state tuition

$47,100

Cost of attendance

$65,301

Median earnings (10y)

$63,646

Admissions

SAT average
1,227
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
88.4%
Locale
Suburb

Programs breakdown

18 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (28%), humanities & arts (28%), stem (24%).

  • STEM24%
  • Health1%
  • Business19%
  • Humanities & arts28%
  • Social sciences28%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

39 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's102$40,486$26,111
Theological and Ministerial Studies.Master's84$63,304
Psychology, General.Bachelor's81$24,484$26,059
Theological and Ministerial Studies.Doctoral75
Biology, General.Bachelor's58$21,861$27,000
Political Science and Government.Bachelor's50$27,000
English Language and Literature, General.Bachelor's49$21,611$27,000
Communication and Media Studies.Bachelor's39
Computer Science.Bachelor's38$25,000
Economics.Bachelor's35$41,700$26,914
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.Doctoral28
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Master's26
Anthropology.Bachelor's24
Economics.Master's24
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.Bachelor's23$10,438$27,000
Natural Resources Conservation and Research.Bachelor's22$28,366
Sociology.Bachelor's21$26,750
Education, General.Master's20
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.Bachelor's20$27,000
Neurobiology and Neurosciences.Bachelor's20$25,000
International Relations and National Security Studies.Bachelor's20
Fine and Studio Arts.Bachelor's20
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology.Bachelor's18$26,000
History.Bachelor's18
Chemistry.Bachelor's17
Philosophy.Bachelor's16
Mathematics.Bachelor's13
Computational Science.Master's13
Public Health.Bachelor's13
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other.Master's12
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.Master's10
Religion/Religious Studies.Master's8
Special Education and Teaching.Graduate certificate7
Physics.Bachelor's7
Religion/Religious Studies.Doctoral6
Music.Bachelor's6
Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities.Doctoral6
Marketing.Bachelor's6
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Bachelor's2$27,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Drew University

Drew University is a mid-sized institution located in Madison, New Jersey, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,533 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Social sciences, Psychology.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Drew University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $24,280 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $47,100 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $65,301 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 70.5%, a strong completion outcome. 88.4% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $63,646 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Drew University confers degrees and certificates across 18 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Social sciences, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (28% of credentials), humanities & arts (28% of credentials), stem (24% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Drew University accepts 68% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,227.

Location & campus

Set in Madison, New Jersey (suburb), Drew University draws students from across New Jersey and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Drew University

Q.How much does Drew University cost?

The average net price at Drew University is $24,280 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $65,301.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Drew University?

Drew University has a 6-year graduation rate of 70.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into Drew University?

Drew University admits 68% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.

Q.How much do Drew University graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Drew University graduate earns $63,646 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Drew University?

Published tuition is $47,100 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Drew University located?

Drew University is located in Madison, New Jersey (ZIP 07940).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Drew University at their official website.