At a glance
Average net price
$18,558
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
59.9%
Admission rate
48%
Undergrad size
708
In-state tuition
$31,360
Out-of-state tuition
$31,360
Cost of attendance
$43,137
Median earnings (10y)
$56,313
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,039
- ACT midpoint
- 22
- Retention
- 59.2%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
16 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (34%), social sciences (24%), business (23%).
- STEM9%
- Business23%
- Humanities & arts34%
- Social sciences24%
- Trades & services10%
- Business22.6%~160 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology12.1%~86 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Architecture11.6%~82 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Parks & recreation10.0%~71 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education6.8%~48 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~45 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~41 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science5.3%~37 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts4.7%~34 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~34 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Theology3.7%~26 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~19 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication1.6%~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.1%~7 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English0.5%~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · STEMCompare 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
28 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 | 107 | $47,188 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 60 | $76,080 | — |
| Architecture. | Bachelor's | 51 | — | $26,221 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 50 | $26,018 | $25,000 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 39 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 35 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 24 | — | $25,750 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 23 | — | — |
| Human Services, General. | Bachelor's | 22 | $26,541 | $34,455 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Undergraduate certificate | 21 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 18 | $36,266 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Doctoral | 18 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 17 | — | — |
| Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other. | Master's | 15 | — | — |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 12 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Architecture. | Master's | 10 | — | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 10 | — | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Natural Sciences. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Master's | 6 | — | — |
| Religious Music and Worship. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
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 Judson University
Judson University is a small institution located in Elgin, Illinois, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 708 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Psychology, Architecture.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Judson University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $18,558 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $31,360 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $43,137 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 59.9%, a above-average completion outcome. 59.2% 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 $56,313 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Judson University confers degrees and certificates across 16 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Psychology, Architecture. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (34% of credentials), social sciences (24% of credentials), business (23% 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
Judson University accepts 48% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,039. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 22.
Location & campus
Set in Elgin, Illinois (city), Judson University draws students from across Illinois 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 Judson University
Q.How much does Judson University cost?
The average net price at Judson University is $18,558 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $43,137.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Judson University?
Judson University has a 6-year graduation rate of 59.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Judson University?
Judson University admits 48% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do Judson University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Judson University graduate earns $56,313 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Judson University?
Published tuition is $31,360 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Judson University located?
Judson University is located in Elgin, Illinois (ZIP 60123).
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 Judson University at their official website.