NEW JERSEY CITY UNIVERSITY (NJCU)
- 2039 Kennedy Blvd
- Jersey City, NJ 07305
- OPEID College Code: 00261300
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- General Phone: (201) 200-2000
- President: Carlos Hernandez
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 8,399
- College Alias: NJCU
- College Mascot: Gothic Knights
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General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered State Approved for Certification
- Website
- www.njcu.edu
- Mission Statement
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Accreditation
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Postbaccalaureate with Arts & Sciences (Education Dominant)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Four-Year, Inclusive
- Enrollment Classification High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Medium Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.njcu.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $35.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Recommendation Consideration Recommended
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Recommended
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Recommended
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 1,761 | 2,578 | 4,339 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 630 (36%) | 879 (34%) | 1,509 (35%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 383 (61%) | 408 (46%) | 791 (52%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 730 | 86% |
| ACT ® Exam | - | - |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 360 | 460 |
| SAT ® Math | 370 | 480 |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | - | - |
| ACT ® English | - | - |
| ACT ® Math | - | - |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: NJCU Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 85%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 35% | 59% | 58% | 11% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,722 | $4,121 | $5,209 | $5,483 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 6.9% | 6.3% | 3.5% |
| Number in Default | 99 | 88 | 56 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,422 | 1,393 | 1,556 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $8,988 | $8,726 | $8,155 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $8,988 | $8,726 | $8,155 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $16,266 | $15,792 | $14,759 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,988 | $1,893 | $1,836 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,044 | $8,613 | $8,558 |
| Other Expenses | $4,315 | $3,944 | $3,790 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,136 | $9,653 | $9,364 |
| Other Expenses | $4,315 | $3,944 | $3,790 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,525 | $3,944 | $3,060 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $24,335 | $23,176 | $22,339 |
| In-State | $24,335 | $23,176 | $22,339 |
| Out of State | $31,613 | $30,242 | $28,943 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $25,427 | $24,216 | $23,145 |
| In-State | $25,427 | $24,216 | $23,145 |
| Out of State | $32,705 | $31,282 | $29,749 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $14,501 | $13,811 | $13,051 |
| In-State | $14,501 | $13,811 | $13,051 |
| Out of State | $21,779 | $20,877 | $19,655 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 8,399 Undergraduate: 6,367 Graduate: 2,032
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 3,008 Female: 5,391
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,479 Female: 3,888
- Graduate Gender Male: 529 Female: 1,503
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 5,152 Part-Time: 3,247
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 4,695 Part-Time: 1,672
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 457 Part-Time: 1,575
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 162 | 2% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 775 | 9% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 16 | 0.2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,010 | 12% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,235 | 15% |
| Ages 22-24 | 1,786 | 21% |
| Ages 25-29 | 1,637 | 19% |
| Ages 30-34 | 947 | 11% |
| Ages 35-39 | 594 | 7% |
| Ages 40-49 | 769 | 9% |
| Ages 50-65 | 393 | 5% |
| Age Over 65 | 10 | 0.1% |
| Age Unknown | 2 | 0.02% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1,380 | 891 | 489 |
| Faculty Status | 715 | 246 | 469 |
| Tenured Faculty | 204 | 204 | - |
| Graduate Assistants | 34 | - | 34 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 715 | 246 | 469 |
| Primarily Instruction | 254 | 246 | 8 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 47 | 47 | - |
| Other Professionals | 290 | 286 | 4 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 328 | 312 | 16 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 135 | 127 | 8 |
| Skilled Crafts | 30 | 30 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 122 | 115 | 7 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $91,008 (246) | $92,922 (124) | $89,063 (122) |
| Professor | $109,441 (87) | $111,339 (45) | $107,408 (42) |
| Associate Professor | $88,462 (82) | $89,838 (46) | $86,705 (36) |
| Assistant Professor | $73,108 (76) | $72,596 (32) | $73,481 (44) |
| Instructor | $56,462 (1) | $56,462 (1) | - (-) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $91,008 (246) | $92,922 (124) | $89,063 (122) |
| Professor | $109,441 (87) | $111,339 (45) | $107,408 (42) |
| Associate Professor | $88,462 (82) | $89,838 (46) | $86,705 (36) |
| Assistant Professor | $73,108 (76) | $72,596 (32) | $73,481 (44) |
| Instructor | $56,462 (1) | $56,462 (1) | - (-) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 164 | 99 | 65 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 133 | 83 | 50 |
| Baseball | 29 | 29 | - |
| Basketball | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| All Track Combined | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Soccer | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Softball | 11 | - | 11 |
| Volleyball | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Bowling | 6 | - | 6 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $27,829 | $24,605 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $3,156 | $3,318 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Baseball | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
| Basketball | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| All Track Combined | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Soccer | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Volleyball | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Bowling | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 72%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 50%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 38% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 29% |
| Female | 45% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | - |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 31% |
| Asian | 49% |
| Hispanic | 38% |
| White | 40% |
| Unknown | 44% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 8% |
| 5 Years | 26% |
| 6 Years | 38% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
New Jersey City University Reviews
2 Reviews Submitted For New Jersey City University
- Reviewed on: September 14, 2011
Flag Review - Rating:
- NJCU is a crappy school.
- Reviewed on: December 17, 2010 Flag Review
- Rating:
- Njcu is an excellent school
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
