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Drew University

Madison, NJ · Private nonprofit · Large suburb · Website

Drew University campus
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Admission rate
68%
Accessible
Average net price
$25,614
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
71%
Median earnings
$66,065
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Drew University is a private nonprofit college in Madison, NJ with 1,533 undergraduates. It admits 68% of applicants, and admitted students average 1227 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $25,614 per year ($14,982 for families earning under $30,000). 71% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $66,065 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
68%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
4,604
Fall 2023
Admitted
3,197
Fall 2023
Yield
13%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing570–688
200800
SAT Math533–650
200800
ACT Composite24–30
136

What Drew University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$66,814
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$49,100

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$14,982
  • $30–48k$15,756
  • $48–75k$21,057
  • $75–110k$25,294
  • $110k+$36,453

Get a personal estimate with Drew University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
71%
Freshman retention
88%
Median earnings
$66,065
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$21,585
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,533
Student–faculty ratio
11:1
Receive Pell grants
32%
  • White56%
  • Hispanic7%
  • Black11%
  • Asian4%

Drew University FAQ

What is Drew University's acceptance rate?+

Drew University admits 68% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Drew University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 570–688 on SAT Reading and Writing and 533–650 on SAT Math; the average total is 1227.

What ACT score do you need for Drew University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 24–30.

Is Drew University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Drew University?+

In Fall 2023, 4,604 students applied to Drew University and 3,197 were admitted; 404 enrolled.

Does Drew University consider legacy status?+

No. Drew University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Drew University require an essay?+

Drew University reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Drew University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $66,814 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,614.

What is Drew University's graduation rate?+

71% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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