St. Andrews University

Last updated: April 13, 2026 Source: College Scorecard

St. Andrews University is a private non-profit institution located in Laurinburg, NC, offering 20 distinct degree programs across various fields of study. St. Andrews University provides students with educational opportunities designed to prepare them for success in their chosen fields.

Key Facts

  • 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $30,800
  • 2024 Average Net Price: $33,756 After Financial Aid
  • 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
  • 2024 Enrolled Students: 806 N/A% Full-Time
  • 2024 Graduation Rate: 27.13%

Costs

Tuition Costs

$30,800
2024 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2024, the cost of tuition at St. Andrews University was $30,800.

Tuition comparison with similar institutions.

Average Net Price

$33,756
2024 Value

In 2024 St. Andrews University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $33,756.

Average net price comparison with similar institutions.

Total Cost of Attendance

$135,024 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost

$33,756 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)

$123,200 4-Year Tuition

Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.

4-year total cost breakdown for St. Andrews University.

Financial Aid by Income Level

47.69% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

68.97% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

Financial aid distribution by income level.

Student Loan Default Rate

Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)

The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at St. Andrews University was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.

Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate

Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.

Acceptance rate compared to national average.

Test Scores

Test score data is not available for this institution.

Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.

Academic Requirements

GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.

Estimated GPA and test score ranges.

Enrollment

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

N/A% Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at St. Andrews University in 2024 is 806 students.

Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.

Retention Rate over Time

N/A%
2024 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.

Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.

Graduates & Outcomes

Time to Complete

17.55% 100% Completion Time

27.13% 150% Completion Time

In 2024, 17.55% of students graduating from St. Andrews University completed their program within 100% "normal time".

Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.

ROI & Programs

Financial value and program information for St. Andrews University.

Return on Investment

$25,250 Median Student Debt

$45,606 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)

55.37% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio

237.76% Return on Investment

5.5 years Estimated Payback Period

Financial value analysis for St. Andrews University.

Top Programs by Completions

10 Programs Reporting Data

CIP 52.0201: 44 completions

CIP 31.0504: 15 completions

Parks, Recreation, & Leisure: 12 completions

CIP 30.0101: 9 completions

Communications Technology - 10.5070: 8 completions

Elementary Education & Teaching: 7 completions

Communication and Media Studies: 4 completions

General Biological Sciences: 4 completions

General Psychology: 4 completions

Other/Unknown Programs: 124 completions

Most popular programs at St. Andrews University.

Employment Outcomes

$37,691 Median Earnings (6 years after entry)

$43,286 Median Earnings (8 years after entry)

$45,606 Median Earnings (10 years after entry)

Earnings outcomes for St. Andrews University graduates.

About

St. Andrews University is a private non-profit institution located in Laurinburg, NC, offering 20 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 806 students. The institution maintains a 27.13% graduation rate. Approximately 47.69% of students receive Pell Grants.

Institution Type

Private Non-profit

Location

Laurinburg, NC 28352

Region: Southeast

Insights and Analysis

Graduation Rate Considerations: The 27.13% graduation rate at St. Andrews University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.

Data Sources

This page uses data from the following sources:

  • College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
    • Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
    • Data years: 2015-2024
    • Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
  • Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
    • Employment and wage data by occupation
    • Latest data: May 2024
    • Source: bls.gov/oes
  • O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
    • Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
    • Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
    • Source: onetcenter.org
  • IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
    • Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
    • Data years: 2015-2024
    • Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
  • Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
    • Demographic and workforce data
    • Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
    • Source: census.gov/acs

Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.

Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.

Methodology

Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.

All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.