Overview
Student Population
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Elgin, Illinois |
| Online | judsonu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Religious Affiliation | Baptist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Elgin, Illinois, Judson University is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Baptist faith. In the most recent statistical year 984 prospective students applied, and 614 were granted admission. Of those admitted 188 enrolled in the school. 1,058 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 115 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $28,840 plus fees of $1,030. Judson University is ranked 489 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Judson University is rated within the top 47% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Judson University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#489 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#335 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#26 in Best Colleges in Illinois
#19 in Best Private Colleges in Illinois
#141 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#10 in Best Value Colleges in Illinois
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 910/1140 |
| ACT | 17/27 |
| GPA | 3.16 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,270 |
| Other Fees | $1,030 |
| Room and Board | $10,990 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,450 |
| Total One Year Cost | $44,580 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 38% |
| Education | 15% |
| Human Services | 10% |
| Architecture | 6% |
| Theology and Religious Vvocations | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=146339 IPEDS survey data for Judson University.
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