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Judson University

#799 in Best Colleges in America
  • 4 Year
  • Elgin, IL
  • 241 reviews
    How to Apply
    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Academics
      B
    2. Value
      B+
    3. Diversity
      A+
    4. Campus
      C
    5. Athletics
      B-
    6. Party Scene
      C-
    7. Professors
      C+
    8. Location
      C
    9. Dorms
      C
    10. Campus Food
      B-
    11. Student Life
      C+
    12. Safety
      A
    Judson is an above-average private, Christian university located in Elgin, Illinois in the Chicago Area. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 678 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the Judson acceptance rate is 71%. Popular majors include Business, Psychology, and Architecture. Graduating 58% of students, Judson alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $35,700.
    judsonu.edu
    1151 N State St
    Elgin, IL 60123
    About Judson...
    Athletic Division
    NAIA Division I
    Athletic Conference
    Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference
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    Judson University Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
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    Judson Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    71%
    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    SAT Range
    880-1100
    ACT Range
    19-25
    Application Fee
    $50
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
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    Application Website
    judsonu.edu/apply
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $18,641/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $22,328/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%
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    Academics

    Professors
    C+
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    8:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    90%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.21 responses
    76%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.21 responses
    62%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.21 responses
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    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Business
      71 Graduates
    • Psychology
      28 Graduates
    • Architecture
      21 Graduates
    • Human Services
      17 Graduates
    • Religious Vocations
      17 Graduates
    • Sport and Fitness Management
      17 Graduates
    • Elementary Education
      11 Graduates
    • Graphic Design
      10 Graduates
    • Marketing
      10 Graduates
    • Accounting
      9 Graduates
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    Online

    Online Programs Offered
    18
    Offers Online Courses
    Yes
    Online Certificate Programs
    8
    Online Associates Programs
    1
    Online Bachelor's Programs
    9
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    How Students Learn
    • Mix of Online and on Campus
      30%
    • On Campus
      63%
    • Online
      8%

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    678Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    356
    Undergrads Over 25
    7%
    Pell Grant
    35%
    Varsity Athletes
    44%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 18 responses
    • Friendly
      83%
    • Welcoming
      17%
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    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    73%
    Poll
    95%
    of students say they don't have Greek life.20 responses
    Poll
    50%
    of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.32 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 19 responses
    • Community
      74%
    • Awesome teachers
      16%
    • Home away from home
      5%
    • Involved
      5%
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    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $42,800/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    58%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    93%
    National
    83%
    81%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.21 responses
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    Due to COVID-19, our university went to online classes in March. This was a bit of a difficult transition at first especially for design majors losing access to the studios. However, the professors gave everyone the proper materials for projects and were very understanding of the changing circumstances. All professors were able to switch to an online format in a timely manner, with all assignments, lectures, powerpoints, and books being made available
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    Incoming freshman.
    I am so excited to get started at the school!
    The advisors were so nice, and welcoming.
    The coaches were great as well, very excited to say the least!
    Judson University is a good Christian school, with a really good Architecture program. If you are Christian or an Architecture major I would recommend this school. There is strict rules when it comes to open dorm hours between genders. There is chapel three times a week and in order to get an "A" in chapel you need to go 28 times each semester. Yes, the Chapel grade affects your GPA. It is a beautiful campus, but on the downside the campus is pretty isolated, in order to do something, you will need a car.
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