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| Location | Berrien Springs, Michigan |
| Online | andrews.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Town Fringe |
| Religious Affiliation | Seventh Day Adventists |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Andrews University, located in the rural community of Berrien Springs in southwest Michigan, sits on an 1,600-acre campus approximately 30 minutes from Lake Michigan and 90 minutes from Chicago. Founded in 1874 as Battle Creek College, it serves as the flagship educational institution of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and maintains its religious affiliation in its academic programs and campus life. The university offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs, with notable strengths in architecture, theology, physical therapy, and aviation, while operating as one of the most ethnically diverse national universities in the United States. The campus features a blend of historic and modern buildings, including a working dairy farm and airpark, with most undergraduate students residing in one of the university's residence halls as part of its residential campus experience.
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Andrews University is rated within the top 41% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Andrews University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#403 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#289 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#10 in Best Colleges in Michigan
#7 in Best Private Colleges in Michigan
#424 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#11 in Best Value Colleges in Michigan
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1100/1350 |
| ACT | 20/29 |
| GPA | 3.64 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $30 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,100 |
| Other Fees | $1,270 |
| Room and Board | $9,474 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,100 |
| Total One Year Cost | $44,408 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 24% |
| Biology | 9% |
| Business | 8% |
| Foreign Languages | 7% |
| Architecture | 7% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024