The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a four-year, public school located in Ewing, NJ. The College of New Jersey was newly reclassified as an Research College/University (Master's College and University (larger programs)) in 2025 due to changes in its research activities and doctoral program offerings.
The TCNJ's tuition & fees is $19,632 for New Jersey residents and $25,752 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 53% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $12,032.
The school has a total enrollment of 8,141 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).
TCNJ's acceptance rate is 62.29% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 19.66%. The median SAT score is 1240 and the ACT score is 28.
TCNJ ranked 3rd in New Jersey Colleges rankings. The College of New Jersey is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of The College of New Jersey is $19,632 for in-state students and $25,752 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $18,349 for in-state students and $18,349 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $20,627 for New Jersey residents and $26,993 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $19,083 for New Jersey residents and $19,083 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $19,632 | $25,752 |
| Graduate | $18,349 | $18,349 |
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $20,627 | $26,993 |
| Graduate | $19,083 | $19,083 |
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
| Acceptance Rate » | 62.29% Acceptance Rate / 19.66% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,240 SAT / 28 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 86% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 10% |
| Retention Rate | 91%(full-time), 33% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 7.14% (14 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 8,141 (7,435 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $12,032 |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
The College of New Jersey offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
| Learning Opportunities | |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
| On-Campus Services | |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Address | 2000 Pennington Road, Ewing, NJ 08628-7718 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 609-771-1855 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-year, public |
| Carnegie Category | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Master's degree |
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