Drew University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Madison, New Jersey with 1,533 undergraduates. It admits 68% of applicants, costs an average of $25,614 a year after grants and graduates 71% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Drew University acceptance rate and admissions
Drew University admitted 68% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 570 to 688, math 533 to 650). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Drew University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early decision | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Early decision II | Jan 15, 2027 |
| Early action | Dec 1, 2026 |
| Regular decision | Feb 1, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action, Dec 1, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: $40 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Drew University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Drew University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $49,100 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $18,504 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $66,814 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $25,614 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $25,614 a year after grants and scholarships, $41,200 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Drew University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Drew University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 71% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $66,065 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $21,585 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 33% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Drew University majors and what graduates earn
Drew University awarded bachelor's degrees in 33 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from economics ($90,814).
All 33 majors at Drew University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Drew University
15 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 15 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Divinity and ministry | Master's | 32 | $62,892 | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Doctoral | 27 | $67,733 | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | Doctoral | 18 | n/a | n/a |
| Economics | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 9 | $57,963 | n/a |
| Education | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Computational Science | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Religious studies | Doctoral | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities | Doctoral | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Theology and Religious Vocations, Other | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies, General | Doctoral | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Religious studies | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Pastoral ministry | Doctoral | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,533 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 56% women, 44% men
- 11 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Drew University?
Drew University admitted 68% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Drew University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $49,100. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $25,614 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Drew University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 570 to 688 in reading and writing and 533 to 650 in math, and 24 to 30 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Drew University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Drew University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Drew University?
71% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Drew University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $66,065 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.