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Judson University

Elgin, IL

Judson University, founded in 1913, is a church-affiliated, liberal arts university. Its 90-acre main campus is located in Elgin, 40 miles west of Chicago.

Judson University

Elgin, IL

Tuition & Fees

$29,870

$29,870

not including room and board

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SAT ACT

Test Scores

Percent of freshmen in each score range

reading math writing
600-699
12%
500-599
33%
400-499
50%
300-399
5%
600-699
12%
500-599
42%
400-499
38%
300-399
8%
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30-36
9%
24-29
20%
18-23
32%
12-17
36%
6-11
3%
30-36
3%
24-29
26%
18-23
32%
12-17
39%
30-36
4%
24-29
22%
18-23
51%
12-17
23%
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undergraduateRatios

43%

male

57%

female

1

teacher

12

students

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Very Selective

37%

acceptance rate

Accepted 602
Declined + 1,013
Total Received 1,615
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Private (nonprofit)

1,047

undergraduate students

187

graduate students

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Most Popular Majors

  1. Business Administration
  2. Architecture
  3. Psychology
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Codes

SAT 1351
ACT 1101

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School Facts

Judson University, founded in 1913, is a church-affiliated, liberal arts university. Its 90-acre main campus is located in Elgin, 40 miles west of Chicago.

Public/private Private (nonprofit)
Campus Enrollment 1,234
Established in 1913
Coeducational Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College
Religious affiliation Baptist
Accredited by •  HLC Higher Learning Commission
•  NAAB (National Architectural Accrediting Board)
•  TEAC (Teacher Education Accreditation Council)

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Elgin, IL

90-acre, suburban campus in Elgin (population: 112,456), 40 miles from Chicago; branch campus in Rockford. Served by bus and train; major airport serves Chicago.

Judson University
1151 North State Street
Elgin, IL 60123-1498

Campus Life

yes
Housing available
66%
Percent of undergraduates that live in campus-owned housing
80%
Percent of freshmen that live in campus-owned housing
yes
Students are required to live in school housing
yes
Students may have cars on campus
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% freshman classHigh School Class Rank

Top 1/10
4%
Top 1/4
21%
Top 1/2
52%
Bottom 1/2
48%
Bottom 1/4
17%
SAT ACT

Test Scores

Percent of freshmen in each score range

reading math writing
600-699
12%
500-599
33%
400-499
50%
300-399
5%
600-699
12%
500-599
42%
400-499
38%
300-399
8%
composite english math
30-36
9%
24-29
20%
18-23
32%
12-17
36%
6-11
3%
30-36
3%
24-29
26%
18-23
32%
12-17
39%
30-36
4%
24-29
22%
18-23
51%
12-17
23%

Admissions Facts

Application fee $50
Common application accepted yes
Application deadline July 15 (priority deadline)
School has early decision program no
School has early action program no
Admissions interview
(required or recommended)		 Required of some
SAT/ACT requirements SAT or ACT Required

Very Selective

37%

acceptance rate

Accepted 602
Declined + 1,013
Total Received 1,615

Admissions Factors

Very Important

Secondary school record
Standardized test scores

Considered

Character/ personal qualities
Class rank
Essay
Extracurricular activities
Interview
Particular talent/ability
Recommendations
Religious affiliation/commitment

Not Considered

Alumni/ae relationship
Geographical residence
Minority affiliation
State residency
Volunteer Work
Work Experience

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Admissions Contact

Nikki Fennern
Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing
P: 847 628-2510
F: 847 628-2526
admissions@judsonu.edu

Financial Aid

60%

Of students' needs
were fully met

$20,982

Average financial aid

Cost

Tuition $28,840
Room & board $9,810
Additional fees $1,030
Books & supplies $1,270
Total $40,950
Average Financial Aid - $20,982
Total with Avg. Aid $19,968

Scholarships & Grants

Need-based

Federal $2,155,846
State $1,615,527
Institutional $668,726
Other external
Total $4,440,099

Non-need-based

Federal
State
Institutional $10,259,053
Other external $400,830
Total $10,659,883

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Required Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA

Financial Aid Office

P: 847 628-2530
F: 847 628-2533
financialaid@judsonu.edu

Financial Aid Officer

Diana Winton
Interim Director of Financial Aid
diana.winton@judsonu.edu

Varsity Sports

M W
baseball
basketball
bowling
cheerleading
cross-country
football
golf
soccer
softball
tennis
track and field (indoor)
track and field (outdoor)
volleyball

Intramural/Recreational Sports

basketball, dodgeball, flag football, football, indoor soccer, spikeball, volleyball

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Athletic Directors

Joel Popenfoose (men's)
Director Of Athletics
email

Athletic Facts

Athletic conference memberships
NAIA, NCCAA, Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference
Mascot
Eagles
School colors
blue, gold, and white

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Majors

Assc. Bach. Mast. Doct.
Accounting
Applied Psychology
Architecture
Art
Art/Photography
Associate of Arts
Biblical Studies
Biochemistry
Biology
Business Administration
Chemistry
Christian Ministries
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Communication Studies
Computer Science
Early Childhood Education
Education in Literacy
Educational Leadership/Policy Studies
Elementary Education
English
Exercise/Sport Science
Graphic Design
Health Promotion/Performance
History
History/Pre-Law
Human Services
Human Services Administration
Intercultural Leadership
Interdisciplinary Communication
Interior Design
Leadership in Ministry
Literature
Management
Marketing
Mathematics
Media Writing
Music Business/Entrepreneurship
Music Performance
Natural Sciences
Organizational Leadership
Pastoral Leadership
Psychology
Secondary Education
Special Education/Learning Behavior Specialist I
Sport Management
Studio Art
Worship Arts
Writing
Youth Ministries/Adolescent Studies
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Most Popular Majors

  1. Business Administration
  2. Architecture
  3. Psychology

Programs Offered

  • Accelerated study
  • Certificate programs
  • Distance Learning
  • Double majors
  • Dual degrees
  • Honors program
  • Independent study
  • Internships
  • Pass/fail grading option
  • Self-designed majors

Pre-professional Programs

  • Other
  • Pre-dentistry
  • Pre-law
  • Pre-medicine
  • Pre-pharmacy
  • Pre-theology
  • Pre-veterinary science

1,234

total students

77%

in-state

23%

out-of-state

Undergraduate

Graduate

85%

1,047
students

Female
57%
599

Male
43%
448

15%

187
students

Female
74%
138

Male
26%
49

undergraduateFull-time

undergraduatePart-time

90%

944
students

Female
57%
531

Male
43%
413

10%

103
students

Female
67%
68

Male
33%
35

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Student Break-down

4%
Nonresident aliens
14%
Black or African American, non-Hispanic/Latino
2%
Asian, non-Hispanic/Latino
22%
Hispanic/Latino
43%
White, non-Hispanic/Latino
8%
Race and/or ethnicity unknown
2%
Two or more races, non-Hispanic/Latino
< 1%
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, non-Hispanic/Latino

Transfer Admissions

72%

Transfer applicants accepted

71%

Applicants accepted who enroll

Transfer Requirements

Minimum requirements High School GPA: 2.00
College GPA: 2.50
High school transcript Required of Some
College transcript(s) Required of All
Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) Required of Some
Interview Not Required/Recommended
Standardized test scores Required of Some
Essay or personal statement Recommended of All

Transfer Application Deadlines

Fall: rolling

Spring: rolling

Transfer Credits

Maximum transfered

90

semester hours

Minimum transfers must complete

30

semester hours

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Counseling services

  • Academic
  • Career
  • Minority student
  • Older student
  • Personal
  • Psychological
  • Religious

Remedial services offered

  • Math
  • Reading
  • Study skills
  • Writing

Career placement services

  • Alumni network
  • Career/job search classes
  • Interest inventory
  • Internships
  • Interview training
  • On-campus job interviews
  • Resume assistance

Percent of the campus accessible to physically disabled students

Not Reported

Additional services

  • Health insurance
  • Health service
  • Nonremedial tutoring
  • Placement service

Special programs for physically disabled students

  • Adaptive equipment
  • Interpreters for hearing-impaired
  • Note-taking services
  • Reader services
  • Special housing
  • Talking books
  • Tape recorders
  • Tutors
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International Students

Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens 30
Countries most often represented Belize
Brazil
Colombia
France
Mexico
Taiwan
Special services offered for international applicants ESL program/classes
Special counselors/advisors
Special orientation

International Student Contact

Joy Krispin
International Programs Coordinator
847 628-1546
joy.krispin@judsonu.edu

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