2025 Most Expensive New Jersey Colleges

In 2025, the average tuition and fees at 30 four-year New Jersey colleges is $35,143, reflecting a 1.75% increase compared to the previous year.Among the 30 institutions analyzed, tuition rose at 24 colleges, while tuition decreased at only 4 colleges.

Stevens Institute of Technology ranks as the most expensive New Jersey colleges, with tuition and fees reaching $63,462. Known for its prestigious academic programs and strong reputation, Stevens Institute of Technology remains a top choice for students seeking a premium education experience.

Close behind are Princeton University at$62,688 and Seton Hall University at$53,170 both consistently recognized among the New Jersey Colleges with the Highest Tuition & Fees, offering high-quality academic programs and resources.

At these High-Cost New Jersey Colleges, the average acceptance rate is 67.30%, and the average SAT score is 1,315, making them not only cost-effective but also accessible options for a wide range of students.

Comparison between New Jersey Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees

Table. New Jersey Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees Comparison
School NameUndergraduate Tuition & FeesGraduate Tuition & FeesAcceptance RateTotal PopulationSAT ScoreGraduation RateStudents to Faculty Ratio
1
-		Stevens Institute of Technology Hoboken, NJPrivate, 4-year $63,462
$2,510		$44,494
$1,506		47.58%8,4691,44087.00%11 to 1
2
-		Princeton University Princeton, NJPrivate, 4-year $62,688
$2,978		$65,936
$3,076		4.62%9,1371,55098.00%5 to 1
3
-		Seton Hall University South Orange, NJPrivate, 4-year $53,170
$1,800		$37,470
$1,360		73.26%9,5711,31069.00%14 to 1
4
-		Drew University Madison, NJPrivate, 4-year $47,100
$1,740		$27,010
$954		67.83%2,2321,22570.00%11 to 1
5
-		Monmouth University West Long Branch, NJPrivate, 4-year $46,552
$1,702		$26,918
$114		89.02%4,7671,22072.00%12 to 1
6
-		Saint Peter's University Jersey City, NJPrivate, 4-year $42,552
$1,498		$16,035
$775		90.30%3,572-58.00%12 to 1
7
1		Rider University Lawrenceville, NJPrivate, 4-year $41,120
$2,220		$20,220
$1,159		78.64%4,0031,20061.00%14 to 1
8
1		Caldwell University Caldwell, NJPrivate, 4-year $40,848
$1,396		$17,646
$2,154		71.34%2,0051,26057.00%12 to 1
9
1		Felician University Lodi, NJPrivate, 4-year $39,300
$1,270		$22,520
$860		-2,427-47.00%15 to 1
10
1		Centenary University Hackettstown, NJPrivate, 4-year $37,732
-		$19,350
-		83.08%1,398-56.00%12 to 1
Average$47,452$29,76067.30%4,7581,31567.50%12 to 1