Judson University
Faith-based college · Elgin, IL · 708 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
48%
Selective
SAT (middle 50%)
816–1118
ACT (middle 50%)
16–24
Average net price
$19,224
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$44,090
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
34%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Judson University?
Judson University accepts about 48 of every 100 applicants (48%), which makes it selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 816 and 1118 on the SAT. A score at or above 1118 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 816, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 16–24.
The latest federal data says Judson University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Judson University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Judson University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $44,090 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $19,224 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $31,810 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$31,810
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$31,810
- Room & board$12,950
- Total cost of attendance$44,090
- Average net price after grants$19,224
Popular majors
Business, Architecture, Psychology, Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Visual & Performing Arts.
Judson University FAQ
- What is Judson University's acceptance rate?
- 48% — selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Judson University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 816–1118. Aim for 1118 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Judson University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 16–24.
- Is Judson University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Judson University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Judson University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Judson University cost?
- About $44,090 a year before aid; $19,224 on average after grants.
- What is Judson University's FAFSA school code?
- 001700. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Judson University receives your information.
- What is Judson University's graduation rate?
- 34% of students finish within six years.
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