The College of New Jersey
Public university · Ewing, NJ · 7,105 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
62%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1140–1340
ACT (middle 50%)
26–31
Average net price
$26,752
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$38,657
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
85%
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 The College of New Jersey?
The College of New Jersey accepts about 62 of every 100 applicants (62%), 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 1140 and 1340 on the SAT. A score at or above 1340 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1140, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 26–31.
The latest federal data says The College of New Jersey 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 The College of New Jersey's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does The College of New Jersey cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $38,657 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $26,752 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 $20,378 for NJ residents and $26,742 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$20,378
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$26,742
- Room & board$15,546
- Total cost of attendance$38,657
- Average net price after grants$26,752
Popular majors
Business, Education, Health Professions & Nursing, Psychology, Biology.
The College of New Jersey FAQ
- What is The College of New Jersey's acceptance rate?
- 62% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for The College of New Jersey?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1140–1340. Aim for 1340 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for The College of New Jersey?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 26–31.
- Is The College of New Jersey test-optional?
- The latest federal data says The College of New Jersey 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 The College of New Jersey's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does The College of New Jersey cost?
- About $38,657 a year before aid; $26,752 on average after grants.
- What is The College of New Jersey's FAFSA school code?
- 002642. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so The College of New Jersey receives your information.
- What is The College of New Jersey's graduation rate?
- 85% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to The College of New Jersey
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Institute of TechnologyNewark, NJ | 65% | 1210–1460 | $18,783 | 72% |
| Rutgers University-CamdenCamden, NJ | 66% | 1050–1300 | $15,732 | 61% |
| Rutgers University-New BrunswickNew Brunswick, NJ | 58% | 1310–1500 | $24,897 | 84% |
| Jersey CollegeTeterboro, NJ | 68% | 986–1305 | $56,587 | 30% |
| Drew UniversityMadison, NJ | 68% | 1103–1338 | $25,614 | 71% |
| Eastern International College-Jersey CityJersey City, NJ | 70% | — | $17,756 | 56% |