Annapolis vs. Seton Hall University

Comparable Facts

Compare United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland with Seton Hall University in South Orange, NJ on tuition, admissions, graduation, earnings, and student body data using the table above.

Seton Hall University is larger than Annapolis based on total student enrollment (9,571 students vs. 4,474 students).

Location, institution type, and student-faculty ratio

• United States Naval Academy is located in Annapolis, Maryland (Large Suburban setting); Seton Hall University is in South Orange, NJ (Large Suburban setting).
• United States Naval Academy is a public, non-profit 4-year institution. Seton Hall University is a private, non-profit 4-year institution.
• Student-to-faculty ratio: United States Naval Academy 8:1; Seton Hall University 14:1.

Annapolis vs. Seton Hall University Cost Comparison

Which college is more expensive, Annapolis or Seton Hall University? Published tuition is the sticker price; many students pay less after aid (see average net price below).

• In-state tuition differs between Seton Hall University and Annapolis ($53,170.00 vs. $0.00).
• Out-of-state tuition differs between Seton Hall University and United States Naval Academy ($53,170.00 vs. $0.00).
• A larger share of students receive grant aid at Seton Hall University than at United States Naval Academy (100% vs. 0%).

Annapolis vs. Seton Hall University Admissions comparison

Which college is harder to get into, Annapolis or Seton Hall University? Typical SAT and ACT scores (midpoint estimates from the mid-50% ranges in the table above), enrolled-tester score ranges where reported, test score submission policy, deadlines, and acceptance rates summarize admission difficulty between Seton Hall University and Annapolis.

• The typical SAT score (midpoint estimate) at United States Naval Academy (1310) is the same as at Seton Hall University (1310).
• Incoming Seton Hall University students have a 1 point higher typical ACT composite (midpoint estimate) (29 vs. 28 at Annapolis).
• Reported middle 50% SAT composite range (25th-75th percentile) among enrolled freshmen who submitted scores: United States Naval Academy 1210/1410; Seton Hall University 1220/1390.
• Reported middle 50% ACT composite range (25th-75th percentile) among enrolled freshmen who submitted scores: United States Naval Academy 25/31; Seton Hall University 27/32.
• Submitting SAT or ACT scores: Annapolis - Required; Seton Hall University - Test optional.
• Typical fall application deadline: Annapolis Jan 31, 2027; Seton Hall University Feb 1, 2027.
• Enrolled freshman Annapolis students have a 0.16 point higher average high school GPA (3.8) than students at Seton Hall University (3.64).
• Seton Hall University has a higher acceptance rate (73.3%) than Annapolis (9.3%).
• The share of admitted students who enrolled (yield) is 84.2% at Annapolis vs. 8.8% at Seton Hall University.

Annapolis vs. Seton Hall University Graduation Outcomes Comparison

How do outcomes compare for Annapolis and Seton Hall University? Where federal data is available for both schools, the bullets below compare graduation rate, earnings, and student loan debt using the same College Scorecard / IPEDS fields as the comparison table. If a metric is missing for one school, that school is noted separately.

• Seton Hall University's six-year graduation rate is 66%. Comparable graduation rate data is not available for Annapolis.
• Graduates from Seton Hall University have median earnings of about $62,700 about ten years after starting college (College Scorecard). Comparable earnings data is not available for Annapolis.

Sources: U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov IPEDS and College Scorecard https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/. Values reflect the most recent year available in our dataset.