Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002642
- Phone: (609) 984-0000 x0000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
49.28%FINANCIAL AID RATE
83%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$9,381Average 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
School Map
The College of New Jersey (TCNJ)
111 W State St, Trenton, NJ
The College of New Jersey, a public institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Ewing, New Jersey, the campus resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. TCNJ has a yearly student enrollment of nearly seven thousand.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs TCNJ offers:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
- Psychology
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- English Language And Literature
Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken to apply to The College of New Jersey. Scores between 24 - 29 on the ACT or 1690 - 1990 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for acceptance. Roughly 50% of all applicant were accepted at The College of New Jersey, with 29% of those accepted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.
The cost of tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay close to $15,000, while out-of-state residents pay $26,000 per year. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $8,500. Some students at TCNJ may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The mascot for TCNJ is the "Lions", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include the following:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
Students who wish to view more about The College of New Jersey can check out their website at http://www.tcnj.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the applicants The College of New Jersey 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
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at The College of New Jersey is about 7,700, where graduate students make up roughly 20% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $23,400. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $75 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- In-State Tuition: $13,000-$16,000
- Nonresident Student Tuition: $25,000-$30,260
- Charges per unit:
- In-State: $470-$560 per unit
- Out-of-State: $890-$1,100 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 83% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 51% | $10,335 |
Receiving Student Loans | 54% | $9,692 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, The College of New Jersey may provide student services including:
- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
TCNJ is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (New Jersey Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (New Jersey Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (New Jersey Athletic Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Football (New Jersey Athletic Conference)
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Wrestling
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 The College of New Jersey 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)
Business and Marketing Studies
Education
Engineering
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Women's Studies (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- International Relations (B)
- Economics (B)
- Sociology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to The College of New Jersey.
- Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Abington in Mont Alto, PA (20 miles away)
- Rutgers University - Camden in Lawrenceville, NJ (29 miles away)
- Kean University in Dover, NJ (40 miles away)
- Pennsylvania State University - Brandywine in Middletown, PA (42 miles away)
- Rutgers University - Newark in New Brunswick, NJ (45 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- See all colleges in New Jersey
- Review a list of New Jersey state universities
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002642
- Phone: (609) 984-0000 x0000
- School Homepage