C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
61/100 · earnings-weighted

Andrews University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Berrien Springs, Michigan 49104
Andrews University campus, Berrien Springs, MI
Andrews University campus, Berrien Springs, MI. Photo: FotoGuy 49057, CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B+
78/100
Affordability
F
26/100
Resources
C+
61/100
Experience
A
82/100
Prestige
D
35/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

2,837
Total Enrollment
66%
Graduation Rate
83%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
87%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Andrews University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$53,187
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$43,254
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$26,000
Median debt at graduation
71.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,150
Average SAT
24
Median ACT
24.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 49% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 53rd percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MI wage index 0.90). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Andrews University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions—$73,194+31%#12 of 85#6—
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$69,542————$27,750
Architectural Sciences and Technology—$62,157-11%#18 of 22#17—
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services—$58,526-1%#110 of 215#86$25,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

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🏆 Where Andrews University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#4
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
of 15 schools
#14
Divinity/Ministry
of 69 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $32,400 $32,400
Room $5,484
Board $4,566
Total Cost (On-Campus) $45,960 $45,960

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
24%
Receive Pell Grants
36%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Divinity/Ministry 114 grads/yr Physical Therapy/Therapist 53 grads/yr Pastoral Studies/Counseling 49 grads/yr Social Work 34 grads/yr Psychology, General 29 grads/yr Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology 26 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 22 grads/yr Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 21 grads/yr Religion/Religious Studies 21 grads/yr General Studies 21 grads/yr Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 21 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 19 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 19 grads/yr Engineering, General 18 grads/yr Education, Other 15 grads/yr Spanish Language and Literature 14 grads/yr Mental Health Counseling/Counselor 12 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 11 grads/yr Biochemistry 11 grads/yr Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist 11 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Andrews University's top programs commonly pursue.

Philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary
$78k/yr 27,300 jobs
Clergy
$61k/yr 262,000 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Physical therapists
$101k/yr 267,200 jobs
Community and social service specialists, all other
$55k/yr 119,200 jobs
Directors, religious activities and education
$55k/yr 138,900 jobs
Counselors, all other
$50k/yr 69,100 jobs
Religious workers, all other
$45k/yr 88,400 jobs

Student Demographics

2,837
Total Students
43%
Women
86%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 22%
Hispanic 19%
Black 20%
Asian 10%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 24%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 65%
Hybrid (Some Online) 16%
Fully Online 19%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 86%
25-64 (Adult) 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Andrews University?
Andrews University has an acceptance rate of 87%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Andrews University?
Tuition at Andrews University is $32,400 for in-state students and $32,400 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Andrews University?
The graduation rate at Andrews University is 66%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Andrews University a good school?
Andrews University has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Andrews University?
Andrews University has a total enrollment of 2,837 students. Most students (86%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology