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%
- Business19.1%~293 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Social sciences17.2%~264 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology10.0%~153 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~140 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~136 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication7.0%~107 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science5.7%~87 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~70 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English3.5%~54 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History3.2%~50 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~45 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~37 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~37 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.6%~25 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~17 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~12 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering0.3%~4 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.3%~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
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.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 102 | $40,486 | $26,111 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 84 | $63,304 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 81 | $24,484 | $26,059 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Doctoral | 75 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 58 | $21,861 | $27,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 50 | — | $27,000 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 49 | $21,611 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 39 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 38 | — | $25,000 |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 35 | $41,700 | $26,914 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Doctoral | 28 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 26 | — | — |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Economics. | Master's | 24 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 23 | $10,438 | $27,000 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 22 | $28,366 | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | $26,750 |
| Education, General. | Master's | 20 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | $27,000 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | $25,000 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | $26,000 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Computational Science. | Master's | 13 | — | — |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Theology and Religious Vocations, Other. | Master's | 12 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Master's | 10 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Master's | 8 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Graduate certificate | 7 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Doctoral | 6 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities. | Doctoral | 6 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 2 | — | $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.