Kean University
Public university · Union, NJ · 11,433 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
76%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
930–1150
ACT (middle 50%)
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Average net price
$14,465
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$28,743
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
48%
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 Kean University?
Kean University accepts about 76 of every 100 applicants (76%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 930 and 1150 on the SAT. A score at or above 1150 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 930, your scores are below most.
The latest federal data says Kean 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 Kean University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Kean University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $28,743 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $14,465 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 $15,300 for NJ residents and $24,017 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$15,300
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$24,017
- Room & board$19,560
- Total cost of attendance$28,743
- Average net price after grants$14,465
Popular majors
Business, Psychology, Education, Biology, Criminal Justice.
Kean University FAQ
- What is Kean University's acceptance rate?
- 76% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Kean University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 930–1150. Aim for 1150 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- Is Kean University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Kean 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 Kean University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Kean University cost?
- About $28,743 a year before aid; $14,465 on average after grants.
- What is Kean University's FAFSA school code?
- 002622. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Kean University receives your information.
- What is Kean University's graduation rate?
- 48% of students finish within six years.
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