Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Jersey City, New Jersey |
| Online | njcu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
New Jersey City University occupies an urban campus in Jersey City, New Jersey, located across the Hudson River from Manhattan and accessible by public transportation. The institution, established in 1927 as the New Jersey State Normal School at Jersey City, evolved from a teacher training college to a comprehensive public university serving the New York metropolitan area. The campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings across its main campus in the Greenville section of Jersey City, with additional locations in the city's waterfront district. NJCU offers undergraduate and graduate programs through four academic colleges, with notable strengths in business, education, arts, and criminal justice. The university maintains student residence halls on its main campus and provides direct access to urban professional opportunities through its proximity to New York City's business district.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
New Jersey City University is rated within the lower 40% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for New Jersey City University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#807 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#296 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#25 in Best Colleges in New Jersey
#12 in Best Public Colleges in New Jersey
#30 in Best Value Colleges in New Jersey
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 890/1140 |
| GPA | 3.24 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
New Jersey Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $180 |
| Room and Board | $15,800 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,708 |
| Total One Year Cost | $35,272 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $180 |
| Room and Board | $15,800 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,708 |
| Total One Year Cost | $45,871 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 27% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 13% |
| Health Professions | 12% |
| Psychology | 10% |
| Social Sciences | 8% |
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Questions and Answers
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Last updated February 24, 2024