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Thomas Edison State University

TESU

Trenton, New Jersey 08608

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for business

Thomas Edison State University is a public institution in Trenton with particular strength in business and health sciences.

A mid-sized campus of 6.7K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

graduates earn a median of $69,331 a decade after enrollment.

Established
1972
Motto
Eruditio perpetua vitae
Type
Public university

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—Acceptance
—SAT Avg
6,685Students
15:1Student:Faculty
—Grad Rate
$69,331Earnings 10yr

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Thomas Edison State 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 Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$6,638
Tuition (out-of-state)$8,598
Books & Supplies$1,700
Median Debt at Graduation$12,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$133

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

76.6%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$7,813

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

50

Peer Average

37

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

13

Burglary

3

Aggravated Assault

2

Robbery

4

Motor Vehicle Theft

5

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

13

Drug Arrests

10

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (87)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

85%

Mixed
  • •85% 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
6,685
Gender Split
39% / 61%
Women / Men
First Generation
44%
Pell Grant Recipients
21%

Race & Ethnicity

White 45%
Black 15%
Hispanic 15%
Asian 5%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$65,570
10 Years$69,331

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 Thomas Edison State College was approved by the New Jersey Board of Education in December 1971, and established on July 1, 1972.
  • •In 2015, the college was awarded university status.

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

TTN Trenton-Mercer5 mi
PHL Philadelphia PHL35 mi
EWR Newark Liberty45 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA243 mi · ~7h 1m drive
New York, NY53 mi · ~1h 32m drive
Hartford, CT153 mi · ~4h 25m drive
Providence, RI207 mi · ~5h 59m drive
Albany, NY176 mi · ~5h 5m drive
Syracuse, NY208 mi · ~6h 1m drive
Rochester, NY250 mi · ~7h 13m drive
Buffalo, NY281 mi · ~8h 7m drive
Philadelphia, PA28 mi · ~49 min drive
Pittsburgh, PA276 mi · ~7h 58m drive
Harrisburg, PA112 mi · ~3h 14m drive
Newark, NJ47 mi · ~1h 21m drive
Trenton, NJ1 mi · ~2 min 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

Trenton-Mercer (TTN)5 miles
Rental car
8 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
10 min$6-10
Philadelphia PHL (PHL)35 miles
Rental car
53 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
70 min$42-70

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