St. Andrews University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
St. Andrews University is a private research university in Laurinburg, North Carolina, enrolling about 628 students. St. Andrews University awards degrees and certificates tracked in federal College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $32,388
- 2024 Average Net Price: $32,513 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 628 89.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 29.47%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- First-Generation Students: 36.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 7.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 57.1%
St. Andrews University: what the data shows
Common questions about St. Andrews University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is St. Andrews University?
St. Andrews University is located in Laurinburg, NC (ZIP 28352).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Is St. Andrews University public or private?
St. Andrews University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does St. Andrews University cost?
Published tuition: $32,388.
Average net price after aid: $32,513.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $29,730 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $28,132 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $32,747 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $36,377 |
| $110,001+ | $37,063 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $129,552.
How big is St. Andrews University?
Total enrollment: 628 students.
About 90% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at St. Andrews University?
150%-time completion rate: 29.47%.
First-year retention: 48.4%.
What do graduates of St. Andrews University earn?
Median earnings: $37,691 six years after entry; $45,606 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,250.
48.76% of students receive Pell grants.
What is St. Andrews University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (44 completions)
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (15 completions)
- Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General (12 completions)
- Biological and Physical Sciences (9 completions)
- Equestrian/Equine Studies (8 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (7 completions)
- Communication and Media Studies (4 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (4 completions)
- Psychology, General (4 completions)
- Biomedical Sciences, General (3 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is St. Andrews University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 29.47%; median earnings $45,606 at 10 years; net price $32,513. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$32,388
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at St. Andrews University was $32,388.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$32,513
2024 Value
In 2024 St. Andrews University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $32,513.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$130,052 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$32,513 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$129,552 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional where not shown.
4-year total cost breakdown for St. Andrews University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
48.76% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
72.21% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at St. Andrews University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for St. Andrews University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $23,332 | $23,332 | $19,342 |
| 2014 | $23,682 | $23,682 | $22,272 |
| 2015 | $24,390 | $24,390 | $22,416 |
| 2016 | $25,874 | $25,874 | $24,435 |
| 2017 | $25,874 | $25,874 | $25,965 |
| 2018 | $26,648 | $26,648 | $25,115 |
| 2019 | $27,846 | $27,846 | $22,666 |
| 2020 | $29,680 | $29,680 | $24,731 |
| 2021 | $28,630 | $28,630 | $36,643 |
| 2022 | $29,600 | $29,600 | $31,317 |
| 2023 | $30,800 | $30,800 | $33,756 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & 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 & Student Demographics
St. Andrews University reported total enrollment of about 628 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 51% male and 49% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (50.8%), Black or African American (25.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (12.4%). About 48.76% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 36.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
89.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at St. Andrews University in 2024 is 628 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
48.4%
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.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 50.8%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
18.42% 100% Completion Time
29.47% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 18.42% of students graduating from St. Andrews University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 27% male / 73% female
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management: 87% male / 13% female
- Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General: 42% male / 58% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
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
250.68% Return on Investment
5.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for St. Andrews University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 20 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 44 completions
2. Sport and Fitness Administration/Management: 15 completions
3. Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General: 12 completions
4. Biological and Physical Sciences: 9 completions
5. Equestrian/Equine Studies: 8 completions
6. Elementary Education and Teaching: 7 completions
7. Communication and Media Studies: 4 completions
8. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 4 completions
9. Psychology, General: 4 completions
Most popular programs at St. Andrews University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for St. Andrews University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for St. Andrews University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 57.1%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $4,962
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,047
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
St. Andrews University is a private non-profit institution located in Laurinburg, NC, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General. Enrollment is approximately 628 students. Student body composition includes White (50.8%), Black or African American (25.8%), Hispanic or Latino (12.4%). The 150%-time completion rate is 29.47%. Approximately 48.76% of students receive Pell Grants. About 36.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
Laurinburg, NC 28352
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 29.47% 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is St. Andrews University located?
St. Andrews University is located in Laurinburg, NC.
How much does St. Andrews University cost?
Reported tuition is $32,388 and average net price is $32,513 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What is the student body demographics at St. Andrews University?
St. Andrews University reports total enrollment of about 628 students, White (50.8%), Black or African American (25.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend St. Andrews University?
About 36.7% of students at St. Andrews University are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of St. Andrews University earn?
Median earnings are $37,691 six years after entry and $45,606 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at St. Andrews University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 29.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do St. Andrews University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,250.
Is St. Andrews University public or private?
St. Andrews University is a private nonprofit institution located in Laurinburg, NC.
Is St. Andrews University an HBCU?
No. St. Andrews University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is St. Andrews University a tribal college?
No. St. Andrews University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is St. Andrews University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for St. Andrews University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
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
- Related geography & profiles
- North Carolina college costs
- North Carolina colleges by ROI
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in North Carolina
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.