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Judson University

Private nonprofit Elgin, IL · Urban · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
56%
Graduation Rate
$56,313
Earnings (10yr)
$18,558
Net Price
48%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Judson University has an acceptance rate of 48%, making it a selective option for students looking to join a close-knit community. With an enrollment of 708 students, the university fosters a personal learning environment. This setting can enhance engagement and support, crucial for academic success.

According to Opportunity Insights data, the economic mobility outcomes for Judson graduates are not available. However, the earnings data shows that graduates can expect to earn around $56,313 a decade after graduation. This figure reflects the potential return on investment for students entering various fields, particularly in business, psychology, and education.

The net price of attendance at Judson University is $18,558, and the median student debt upon graduation is $25,000. Approximately 39% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a commitment to supporting low-income students. With a graduation rate of 56%, those who thrive here tend to be motivated and seek personalized support in their academic journey.

Rankings

How Judson Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation56%Earnings 10yr$56KNet Price$19KRetention59%Median Debt$25KPell Grant Rate39%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$16K$0-30K$18K$30-48K$17K$48-75K$22K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%617.7%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2025.8%MOBILITY125.14%

Cost & Financial Aid

$31,360
In-State Tuition
$31,360
Out-of-State
$18,558
Avg Net Price
$25,000
Median Debt
39%
Pell Grant Rate
55%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$15,701
Family Income $0–$30K
$18,010
Family Income $30K–$48K
$17,079
Family Income $48K–$75K
$21,515
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$45,374
6 Years After Entry
$51,553
8 Years
$56,313
10 Years
0.44x
Debt-to-Earnings
65%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$45,374 6yr $51,553 8yr $56,313 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

125.14%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2025.8%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
617.7%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$83,000
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.78
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.03
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
7.8%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 48%
Retention Rate 59%
SAT Average 1039
ACT Midpoint 22
SAT Range 816–1118
ACT Range 16–24
Full-Time Faculty 28%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,024
Diversity Index 0.72
First-Gen Students 36%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 23%
Psychology 12%
Education 7%
Visual & Performing Arts 6%
Computer Science & IT 5%
Humanities 5%
Biology & Biomedical 3%
Communications 2%