Kean University

Union, New Jersey
4-year Public university
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Overview

Kean University is a public institution established in 1855 with urban setting located at Union, NJ. It is ranked 320 in National University in 2024 edition of Best Colleges.Its in-state tuition and fees are $13,426; out-of-state tuition and fees are $21,076. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 10,845. It practices semester-based academic calendar. The school produces more teachers than any other university in the state. Students who want to pursue a different degree can choose from nearly 50 undergraduate majors and more than 30 master’s programs, including those in the fields of health and public administration. Outside the classroom, Kean students can get involved by exploring more than 150 clubs, writing for The Cougar’s Byte newsletter, or by visiting the two cougar mascots who live in a nearby zoo. The university officially adopted the cougars, named Sage and Scout, and pay for the animals’ food, medical costs and toys.

#320 in National Universities
Setting
Urban
Location Union, New Jersey
Type 4-year Public
Year Founded 1855
Selectivity Very Low
Size Medium
10,845 Undergraduates
Website http://www.kean.edu

Learning

16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Business/Marketing
Most Popular Major

Majors Available

  • Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services
  • Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs
  • Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services
  • Education
  • Engineering Technologies And Engineering-Related Fields
  • English Language And Literature/Letters
  • Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics
  • Health Professions And Related Programs
  • History
  • Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services
  • Mathematics And Statistics
  • Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
  • Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies
  • Philosophy And Religious Studies
  • Physical Sciences
  • Psychology
  • Public Administration And Social Service Professions
  • Science Technologies/Technicians
  • Social Sciences
  • Visual And Performing Arts

Cost

$38,903
Cost of Attendance
For out-of-state students
$16,839
Average Student Contribution
Instate Tution Fee $13,426
Outstate Tuition Fee $21,076
Room and Board Fees $14,834
$38,899 Median Salary After 2 years of Graduation

Applying

83% (Very Low Selectivity) Acceptance Rate
Admission Difficulty: Minimally Difficult
$75 Application Fee
Application Fee Waiver Available
3.2 Average High School GPA

Application Requirements

SAT/ACT Required
SAT/ACT Writing (essay) Not Required
SAT Subject Test Not Required
Essay or Personal Statement Optional
SAT Score Range
Middle 50% (25% - 75%) scores range
ACT Score Range
Middle 50% (25% - 75%) scores range

How to Apply?

Accepts CommonApp
Apply College's Own Application Portal

For International Students

80 Minimum TOEFL Score
TOEFL Requirement: Required
IELTS Other English Language Tests Accepted
(in lieu of TOEFL)
TOEFL Waived if

Applicant has completed a college-level English Composition course in the U.S. with a grade of "C" or better

Deadlines for Fall Intake Applications
Jan
01
Early Action Deadline
Aug
15
Regular Decision Deadline
Rolling Admission
Apr
30
Priority Application Deadline
Transfer Applications
Aug
01
Transfer Applications Deadline
For Financial Aid
Apr
15
Financial Aid Priority Application Deadline
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Financial Aid Application Deadline

Scholarships and Financial Aid

$17,322 Average Financial Aid

Need-based Aid

$12,695 Average Need-based Aid
Cost of Attendance for out-of-state students: $38,903
71% Students with need received Financial Aid
25.9% Students had their need fully met
Deadline for need-based financial application --
Forms to be submitted FAFSA

Merit Scholarships

Available
William Livingston Full Scholarship
Total Worth up to $50,000
Eligibility recent high school graduates primarily admitted as full-time freshmen
Minimum Criteria GPA:3.5, SAT: 1360, ACT 29
Requirement for maintenance a cumulative 3.0 GPA maintained through continuous full-time enrollment
Separate application needed --
Application deadline N/A
Kean Scholar
Total Worth up to $20,000
Eligibility recent high school graduates primarily admitted as full-time freshmen
Minimum Criteria GPA: 3.5 SAT: 1310 ACT: 28
Requirement for maintenance a cumulative 3.0 GPA maintained through continuous full-time enrollment
Separate application needed --
Application deadline N/A
Trustee Scholar
Total Worth up to $14,000
Eligibility recent high school graduates primarily admitted as full-time freshmen
Minimum Criteria GPA: 3.0 SAT: 1270 ACT: 26
Requirement for maintenance a cumulative 3.0 GPA maintained through continuous full-time enrollment
Separate application needed --
Application deadline N/A
Presidential Scholar
Total Worth up to $10,000
Eligibility Freshman
Minimum Criteria Based on academic performance, test score and class rank
Requirement for maintenance Minimum 3.0 CGPA
Separate application needed --
Application deadline N/A
Academic Scholar
Total Worth up to $6,000
Eligibility Freshman
Minimum Criteria Based on academic performance, test score and class rank
Requirement for maintenance --
Separate application needed --
Application deadline N/A
World-Class Scholar
Total Worth upto $4,000
Eligibility Freshman
Minimum Criteria Based on academic performance, test score and class rank
Requirement for maintenance --
Separate application needed --
Application deadline N/A

Other Scholarships

DISTINGUISHED FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIPS
Total Worth 100% in-state tuition paid for those with 3.7 - 4.0 GPA 75% in-state tuition paid for those with 3.4 - 3.69 GPA 50% in-state tuition paid for those with 3.1 - 3.39 GPA
Details For incoming freshmen who matriculate directly in this academic major’s five-year, combined bachelor/master’s degree program, freshmen and sophomores who maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher are eligible for NJCSTM in-state tuition scholarships based on their SAT scores (math/critical reading combined) at time of entry. Scholarships: Michael Graves College of Architecture and Design Scholarship, School of Fine and Performing Arts Scholarship
OUT-OF-STATE ON-CAMPUS RESIDENCY SCHOLARSHIP
Total Worth $16,000 over four years ($4,000 annually)
Details Qualified incoming freshmen from outside New Jersey, who choose to live on campus. Students must have a minimum 3.0 high school GPA, based on the University’s review of the undergraduate application for admission. Candidates must also submit a FAFSA and complete a Campus Housing Application.
FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS FOR INCOMING FRESHMEN
Total Worth --
Details Incoming freshmen can apply for several Kean University Foundation Scholarships via an online application that is available between December 1 and March 1 (a priority will be given to any applications submitted by February 1) for the following fall semester.
TRANSFER MERIT SCHOLARSHIP
Total Worth $1,000
Details Awarded based on academic performance from applicant's prior institution of higher education, with 3.0 cumulative GPA and either an associate's degree or comparable coursework totaling a minimum of 60 credits, as determined by the Office of Admissions.
PHI THETA KAPPA (PTK) SCHOLARSHIP
Total Worth $1000 to $2000
Details Students pursuing full time study (minimum of 12 credits) receive a total annual amount of $2000 ($1000 towards each semester, fall and spring) Students studying part time receive a total annual award of $1000 ($500 towards each semester, fall and spring).
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Students

10,845 Total Undergraduate Enrollment
School Size: Medium
76% Freshmen return to Sophomore Year
31% Students graduate within 6 years