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Since 1838, Judson College has been committed to preparing young women for lives of purpose through the transmission of knowledge, the refinement of intellect, the nurturing of faith, the promotion of service, and character development. A private, four-year, Christian college with degree programs in liberal arts and the sciences, Judson College helps each student reach her full potential by providing her with opportunities to engage her mind, practice her faith, and live her purpose. With a student to faculty ratio of 9:1 and an institutional commitment to teaching rather than research, Judson provides an academically engaging and emotionally supportive environment in which highly-trained instructors place the utmost priority on student learning. Judson currently offers 20 majors, 22 minors, ten pre-professional degree programs, and an Associate Degree in Nursing. Faculty involve students in research and creative projects that help them prepare to enter graduate programs and meaningful careers, and every College employee takes a genuine interest in our students’ best interests. Weekly chapel services are only the beginning of our commitment to being “a place of Christ.” Through Bible studies, mentoring groups, and co-curricular events designed to encourage spiritual growth, students are challenged to discern their life’s purpose and develop strategies for living out their vocations through their careers, their meaningful relationships in communities and churches, and their daily decisions. Judson’s motto “Lux et Veritas,” or “Light and Truth,” reflects not only our commitment to seek knowledge, which is illumined by the light and truth of God, but also our desire to reflect God’s light and truth in the world. Recognized by the Washington Monthly for our commitment to the “greater good,” we believe that each of our students has the potential and responsibility to positively impact our community, our nation, and our world. Over the past twenty years, 96% of Judson women have been employed or have entered graduate school within a year of graduation. Through academic and co-curricular experiences, Judson helps each student find her voice while earning the credentials that will help her voice be heard. As the only women’s College in Alabama and the most affordable women’s College in the nation, Judson is committed to being a place devoted to young women. We believe that this environment helps our students develop the knowledge, confidence, and leadership skills they need to achieve their goals in a more profound way than they could in a coeducational setting. Inspired by the example and mentoring of dedicated faculty and staff, students learn to embody the “Judson Spirit” by embracing community, thinking critically, developing courage and integrity, and leading through compassionate service, answering their Alma Mater’s call to “high endeavor, lofty thought, and noble deed.” After 178 years, Judson College remains loyal to its original mission of educating young women in preparation for a life of service. We are a community that finds ongoing meaning in our shared traditions of the past, work in the present, and hopes for the future as we seek to recognize and embody God’s light and truth in the world. Judson College, a private undergraduate institution committed to academic excellence in the arts, sciences, and professional studies, offers distinguished student-centered academic programs in a residential, single-gender setting and through distance education to both genders. As a caring, collegiate community related to the Alabama Baptist Convention, Judson College is dedicated to maturing its students into well-adjusted and productive citizens through the transmission of knowledge, the refinement of intellect, the nurturing of faith, the promotion of service, and the development of character. The twenty-first century marks the beginning of Judson’s third century of service. The College must consider all that is behind her a preamble to the future. The institution will endeavor to become the finest Christian College of arts, sciences, and professional studies for women in America. Twenty-first-century students must be academically prepared for life and learning, always ready to exemplify Christ's light and teachings. Judson College is a purposeful, caring community of students and employees who live, work, serve, learn together, and are united by faith in God and adherence to Christian traditions. Based upon the character and teaching of Christ, the Judson community commits itself to “Principles of Light and Truth” that frame our common concerns and core values. Acceptance of these values is a pledge to exercise them consistently in our treatment of others and expect to be treated in kind. At Judson College, we are interested in helping our students become their best selves–women prepared to make intelligent choices and pursue “life work” that glorifies God and makes a difference in the world. With a student to faculty ratio of 9:1 and an institutional commitment to teaching rather than research, Judson provides an academically engaging and emotionally supportive environment in which highly-trained instructors place the utmost priority on student learning. Faculty involve students in research and creative projects that help them prepare to enter graduate programs and meaningful careers, and every College employee takes a genuine interest in our students’ best interests. From the time young women start to consider attending Judson, faculty and staff advise and mentor them, beginning unique relationships that grow even after graduation. Judson offers 20 academic majors, 22 minors, ten pre-professional programs, and an Associate’s Degree in a supportive campus environment ranked in the top 10% in a recent National Survey of Student Engagement. Over the past twenty years, 96% of Judson women have been employed or have entered graduate school within a year of graduation, going forth to answer their Alma Mater’s call to “high endeavor, lofty thought, and noble deed.” View full university

Choosing an education with Judson is choosing an education that puts you first. A small student-to-teacher ratio gives you the individual attention from a caring and experienced faculty hard to find at most universities. Our incredible facilities allow for abundant opportunities to conduct research, fulfill internships, and explore the many avenues of your desired path. At Judson, you will be a part of an active campus community, creating friendships and experiences that will last for a lifetime. Judson University is conveniently located near I-90 in Elgin, Illinois, within easy reach of the Chicago suburbs and downtown. You will experience small class sizes, excellent academics, and a vibrant community at Judson, whether you decide to live on campus or commute from home. Furthermore, over 95% of our students receive financial aid, so paying for school is easier than you might think. Judson University takes part in the Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI). If you transfer from an IAI participating school, many of your general education courses can be easily transferred to Judson. To see which courses transfer, check out the IAI General Education Course Curriculum Worksheet. Not from Illinois or an IAI participating school? Not a problem! Judson's registrar's office will work closely with you to determine which classes transfer. Judson University welcomes home school students! Judson is a great place for home school students to study and provides a welcoming and warm campus environment. Home school students interested in starting their college career early can be a part of Judson's Prep Program and earn up to a total of 24 semester hours before becoming a traditional undergraduate student at Judson University. Although we understand that funding a private Christian education can be challenging, we also believe that a Judson education's value will exceed your expectations. Cost should not be the only determining factor when choosing a college. It is, however, a legitimate concern for many students and their families. At Judson University, approximately 95% of our students receive financial assistance in the form of merit scholarships, institutional awards, and grants, federal and state assistance, as well as low-interest student loans and work-study.Here you will find the resources you need to understand the available funding to meet the expense. Having full knowledge of the Financial Aid process is crucial to making the most of the assistance available. Thus, a timely application for financial assistance is the first step to financing an education. Judson University received affirmation from two independent agencies telling the administration something known for a long time. After months of meetings, reports, and an intensive site visit, the Higher Learning Commission gave full accreditation to the University without any conditions. According to the Higher Learning Commission Site Team, the Judson community's "faith and commitment to its mission may well be unprecedented in the experiences of members of the site visit team." Judson is also listed in the Top Tier of Baccalaureate Universities in the Midwest in the U.S. News and World Report's Best Colleges Report. Both events demonstrate the many advantages that Judson University offers its students. We appreciate your interest in the graduate programs of Judson University and the experience you bring to our classrooms. At Judson, we strive to offer innovative and distinctive graduate programs that meet today's workforce demands.Our world needs administrators, leaders, educators, and architects who cannot only make a living but also make a life. The values of Judson University and the faculty who engage you in the classroom will prepare you to make a much-needed change in our culture. Judson offers seven academically engaging master's degrees that continue to foster expertise: a Master of Architecture, a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, a Master of Arts in Human Services Administration, a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership, a Master of Business Administration, a Master of Education in Literacy, and a Master of Leadership in Ministry. RISE to the Challenge and Join Us! Are you looking for a unique opportunity for post-secondary education for you or a loved one who has an intellectual disability? Through the RISE Program, we give students with intellectual disabilities the college life experience in a Christian community and build upon strengths for independent living and customized employment. The same Christian commitment that motivates our academic excellence joins us together as a community. For the people who live, study, and work here, Judson feels like a home, a place where we can know one another and be ourselves. With a wide variety of campus organizations and activities, every Judson student has an opportunity to lead. The Judson Student Organization (fondly referred to as "JSO") and University Ministries (a.k.a. "UM"), both student-led organizations, are hubs of campus life, but they are just the beginning. We make sure our students not only feel at home but feel engaged, with on-going activities like intramural sports, dorm events, and regular service projects to help our local community. We celebrate the arts through theater productions and music performances by the Center for Worship in the Performing Arts, film screenings through Reel Conversations and the Imago Film Festival, and exhibits and lectures from the Art, Design, and Architecture Departments. Plus, we have a truly inspired Disc Golf Course around campus - check out the map and course directions. We bond through great traditions like our midnight pancake breakfasts served by faculty and staff during finals week. 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