Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002632
- Phone: (856) 299-2100
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
73.63%FINANCIAL AID RATE
98%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
38FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$24,185Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
College Video Tour
School Map
Seton Hall University
Also known as Salem County College
460 Hollywood Avenue, Carneys Point, NJ
Seton Hall University is a nonprofit private university that has many majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in South Orange, New Jersey, in a predominantly suburban area. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Approximately 9,800 students are enrolled per year at SHU.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs SHU offers:
- Legal Professions And Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Social Sciences
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
The admissions process will include the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. The majority of students accepted to SHU have an SAT score between 1450 - 1770, or an ACT score within the range of 21 - 26. This school admits about 90% of applicants annually. Of those students accepted, nearly 18% of students enrolled. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
The cost of tuition is approximately $37,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's tuition calculator to identify their cost of attendance. Housing is available for students and costs about $8,800 annually. Some students at SHU may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The SHU Pirates participate in several athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Soccer (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Softball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
For a complete list of programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at www.shu.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the candidates Salem County College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Seton Hall University has a total student population of about 10,000, with undergraduate students making up about 60% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $41,000-$50,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $1,300 to $1,500 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 98% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 98% | $25,114 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 57% | $10,936 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Seton Hall University may provide services like those listed below:
- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Counseling Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Law Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) Program
- Occupational Therapy (OT) Program
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theology (Ministry) Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Seton Hall University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Big East Conference)
- Basketball (Big East Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Seton Hall University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Microbiology (M)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Finance (B)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Public Relations (B, M)
- Communications (B, M)
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
- Creative Writing (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Museum Studies (M)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Law (D)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
- Psychology (B, M)
- Counseling Psychology (C, D)
- School Psychology (C)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, M)
- Public Administration (M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
Social Sciences
- International Relations (B, M)
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Anthropology (B)
Theology and Religious Vocations
- Theology (B, M)
- Ministry (M)
- Youth Ministry
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Seton Hall University.
- Bloomfield College in Lakewood, NJ (4 miles away)
- Caldwell College in Mount Laurel, NJ (6 miles away)
- Drew University in ERIAL, NJ (10 miles away)
- Fairleigh Dickinson University - College at Florham in Lodi, NJ (10 miles away)
- Saint Peter's College in Trenton, NJ (11 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Compare all colleges & universities in New Jersey
- Compare other New Jersey private colleges
- Compare other New Jersey Christian and Bible Colleges
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002632
- Phone: (856) 299-2100
- School Homepage