TCNJ Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 62.29%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1240. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $19,632
- Out-of-State Tuition: $25,752
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at TCNJ:
- Total Enrollment: 8,141, including 215 online students
- 7,435 Undergraduate, 706 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 42.8% men, 57.2% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 86%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 10%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 91%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 111 academic programs available.
- Graduate Programs: 24 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Bachelor's, Master's.
TCNJ Overview
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.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
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 |
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| Undergraduate | $19,632 | $25,752 |
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| Graduate | $18,349 | $18,349 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $20,627 | $26,993 |
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| Graduate | $19,083 | $19,083 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
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.
Special Learning Opportunities at TCNJ
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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