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Kean University

Kean

Union, New Jersey 07083

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Known for business — excellent value

Kean University is a public institution in Union with particular strength in business and psychology. With an average SAT of 1150, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 10.8K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

43% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $57,237 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $12,168.

Established
1855
Motto
Semper Discens
Mascot
Keanu the Cougar
Type
Public university
Conference
New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) for most sports while men's volleyball competes as a member of the Continental Volleyball Conference (CVC) and men's lacrosse competes
Division
Division III
77%Acceptance
1150SAT Avg
10,842Students
17:1Student:Faculty
43%Grad Rate
$57,237Earnings 10yr
$12,168Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Kean University Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions

Acceptance Rate76.9%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1150

Reading & WritingMid: 515
515598
MathMid: 505
505600

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

76.9%

Trend

SAT Avg

1150

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$13,426
Tuition (out-of-state)$21,076
Room & Board$16,592
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$24,924
Average Net Price$12,168
Median Debt at Graduation$23,250
Monthly Payment (10yr)$246

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$6,593
$30–48K$7,496
$48–75K$12,503
$75–110K$20,592
$110K+$21,514

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$12,168

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

54.4%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$17,199

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

78

Peer Average

92

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system

Programs (87)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
10,842
Gender Split
60% / 40%
Women / Men
First Generation
46%
Pell Grant Recipients
46%

Race & Ethnicity

White 25%
Black 20%
Hispanic 37%
Asian 5%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 6%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate43.4%
Freshman Retention75.4%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$46,603
8 Years$53,438
10 Years$57,237

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$44,100
Men
$55,500

Rankings

U.S. News
#315
Forbes
#424
Washington Monthly
#162

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Cougars and

Rankings

History & Fun Facts

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)

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