Caldwell University
Faith-based college · Caldwell, NJ · 1,575 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
71%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1130–1370
ACT (middle 50%)
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Average net price
$15,180
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$53,194
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
57%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Caldwell University?
Caldwell University accepts about 71 of every 100 applicants (71%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1130 and 1370 on the SAT. A score at or above 1370 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1130, your scores are below most.
The latest federal data says Caldwell University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Caldwell University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Caldwell University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $53,194 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $15,180 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $42,470 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$42,470
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$42,470
- Room & board$14,756
- Total cost of attendance$53,194
- Average net price after grants$15,180
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Psychology, Computer Science, Biology.
Caldwell University FAQ
- What is Caldwell University's acceptance rate?
- 71% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Caldwell University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1130–1370. Aim for 1370 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- Is Caldwell University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Caldwell University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Caldwell University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Caldwell University cost?
- About $53,194 a year before aid; $15,180 on average after grants.
- What is Caldwell University's FAFSA school code?
- 002598. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Caldwell University receives your information.
- What is Caldwell University's graduation rate?
- 57% of students finish within six years.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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