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Caldwell University

formerly Caldwell College

Caldwell, New Jersey 07006-6195

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Small & IntimateSuburbanPrivate

Known for health sciences — close-knit campus

Caldwell University is a private institution in Caldwell with particular strength in health sciences and business.

A small campus of 1.4K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

59% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $53,843 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,188.

Established
1939
Motto
Sapientia et Scientia
Mascot
Cooper the Cougar
Type
Private university

Plan Your Visit

65%Acceptance
SAT Avg
1,437Students
13:1Student:Faculty
59%Grad Rate
$53,843Earnings 10yr
$21,188Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Caldwell University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate65.4%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

65.4%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$39,450
Room & Board$13,774
Books & Supplies$2,600
Total Cost of Attendance$53,586
Average Net Price$21,188
Median Debt at Graduation$25,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$16,458
$30–48K$15,756
$48–75K$18,547
$75–110K$27,111
$110K+$31,640

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

31.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$18,500

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

9

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

3

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (64)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

73%

Negative
  • 73% first-year retention rate
  • Active student organizations
  • Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,437
Gender Split
59% / 41%
Women / Men
First Generation
43%
Pell Grant Recipients
46%

Race & Ethnicity

White 23%
Black 18%
Hispanic 31%
Asian 4%
Two+ 1%
Int'l 17%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate58.7%
Freshman Retention73.0%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$47,439
10 Years$53,843

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • History In 2013, Caldwell College received approval for university status and changed its name to Caldwell University on July 1, 2014.
  • In 2020 Caldwell University was designated by the U.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

EWR Newark Liberty11 mi
LGA New York LaGuardia21 mi
JFK New York JFK29 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA197 mi · ~5h 41m drive
New York, NY16 mi · ~28 min drive
Hartford, CT105 mi · ~3h 2m drive
Providence, RI163 mi · ~4h 43m drive
Albany, NY129 mi · ~3h 44m drive
Syracuse, NY181 mi · ~5h 14m drive
Rochester, NY235 mi · ~6h 47m drive
Buffalo, NY276 mi · ~7h 58m drive
Philadelphia, PA77 mi · ~2h 13m drive
Pittsburgh, PA301 mi · ~8h 42m drive
Harrisburg, PA143 mi · ~4h 8m drive
Newark, NJ9 mi · ~16 min drive
Trenton, NJ49 mi · ~1h 25m drive
Southern (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Newark Liberty (EWR)11 miles
Rental car
17 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
22 min$13-22
New York LaGuardia (LGA)21 miles
Rental car
32 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
42 min$25-42

Deadline Calendar

Caldwell University Application Checklist

Decision Notifications

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