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Kean University
Union, NJPublicSuburb Setting
Less Selective • 76% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Kean University is a public institution located in the suburb setting of Union, NJ. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 11.4K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 76%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Public
Student Population
11.4K (Large)
Admissions Selectivity
76% (Less Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
Suburb
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading460 - 565
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math470 - 585
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite20 (midpoint)
1midpoint value36
76%
Acceptance Rate
Less Selective
Top Majors & Programs
Business & Marketing22% of degrees
Biological Sciences7% of degrees
Health Sciences6% of degrees
Social Sciences5% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions.
Credential: Doctoral Degree
Earnings 4yr: $111,326
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $96,821
Earnings 5yr: $104,865
Debt: $20,750
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $91,546
Earnings 5yr: $79,757
Debt: $26,243
Educational Administration and Supervision.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $88,022
Earnings 5yr: $82,931
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $79,493
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $77,737
Earnings 5yr: $67,144
Debt: N/A
Special Education and Teaching.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $76,045
Earnings 5yr: $68,971
Debt: N/A
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $72,483
Earnings 5yr: $57,734
Debt: $26,570
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $72,446
Earnings 5yr: $64,843
Debt: $26,999
Public Administration.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $72,414
Earnings 5yr: $65,532
Debt: N/A
Science Technologies/Technicians, Other.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $72,277
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $22,636
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $71,124
Earnings 5yr: $68,398
Debt: N/A
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $69,959
Earnings 5yr: $70,770
Debt: N/A
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $68,465
Earnings 5yr: $68,415
Debt: N/A
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $68,271
Earnings 5yr: $63,776
Debt: N/A
Social Work.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $66,931
Earnings 5yr: $61,180
Debt: N/A
Economics.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $66,368
Earnings 5yr: $51,018
Debt: N/A
Finance and Financial Management Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $65,415
Earnings 5yr: $72,320
Debt: $24,688
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $65,332
Earnings 5yr: $64,165
Debt: $27,018
International Business.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $64,878
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $24,185
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$12,447
In-State Tuition$14,299
Out-of-State Tuition$22,446
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
48%
Pell Grants
41%
Take Loans
52%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$46,603
+23% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$57,237
Completion Signals
47%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
76%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$17,199
Est. Monthly Payment
$186/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
39%
Men61%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 39% men and 61% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
46%
Part-Time Share
14%
Avg Family Income
$50,749
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