You would borrow a median $25,288 — about $288 a month for ten years. Graduates earn a median $63,646 ten years after starting, so the debt clears in roughly 1.1 years of the salary premium.
It is a fair deal, close to the national middle. What you study and what you borrow will matter more than the badge.
Under roughly 15% of gross pay, repayment is generally considered manageable alongside rent and living costs.
Every dollar you win is a dollar you never repay — and it moves the 1.1-year payback above. We list 1 scholarship tied to Drew University.
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The typical graded university clears its debt in 1.3 years on median earnings of $57,165 against $22,500 of debt. Drew University clears its debt faster than that, and its graduates earn $24,126 a year more than a US worker with only a high-school diploma.
| Nearby university | Grade | Debt | Earnings | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montclair State University New Jersey | C | $22,000 | $61,415 | 1 yrs |
| Rider University New Jersey | C | $26,130 | $62,208 | 1.2 yrs |
| Ramapo College of New Jersey New Jersey | B | $21,000 | $67,541 | 0.8 yrs |
| Seton Hall University New Jersey | B | $22,750 | $70,196 | 0.7 yrs |
| Felician University New Jersey | C | $25,000 | $57,602 | 1.4 yrs |
Source: US Department of Education College Scorecard — earnings and debt cover students who received federal financial aid and blend every subject taught at the institution. Figures imported 28 Aug 2026. This page is information, not financial advice.