Stevens Institute of Technology

  • 8/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Hoboken, NJ
  • 0 reviews
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Overview

Total enrollment

8,469
Stevens Institute of Technology overview
Stevens Institute of Technology overview
  • Size Mid-size
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Stevens Institute of Technology occupies a hilltop campus along the Hudson River in Hoboken, New Jersey, directly across from Manhattan's skyline with convenient access to New York City via public transportation. Founded in 1870 as one of the first technological universities in the United States, Stevens maintains its historic focus on engineering, science, and technological innovation while also offering programs in business and the arts. The campus features a mix of Victorian-era and modern buildings spread across 55 acres, including Castle Point, a prominent local landmark. Stevens is known for its rigorous admission standards and strong academic programs, particularly in mechanical engineering, computer science, and cybersecurity, with most undergraduates living in on-campus housing throughout their academic career. The university competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Stevens Ducks, with notable programs in men's volleyball and women's soccer.

Ratings

Stevens is rated within the top 22% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10.

  • Overall Rating
    8 out of 10
  • Academics
    10 out of 10
  • Resources
    8 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    8 out of 10
  • Value
    6 out of 10

Admissions

Admission Standards

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Stevens Institute of Technology admission standards
  • SAT (enrolled mid-50) 1380/1505
  • ACT (enrolled mid-50) 31/34
  • GPA 3.88

Acceptance Rate

47.6%
Stevens Institute of Technology applications overview
  • Applications Due -
  • Enrollment Rate 20.8%
  • Application Fee $75

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$63,462
Costs for Stevens Institute of Technology
Fee Cost
Tuition $63,462
Books and Supplies $1,200
Other Fees $2,434
Room and Board $19,124
Budget for Other Expenses $1,050
Total One Year Cost $87,270

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$89,100 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

79% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Stevens Institute of Technology are Engineering, Business, and Engineering Technology. 65% of students major in Engineering, 12% in Business, and 6% in Engineering Technology.

  • Engineering 65%
  • Business 12%
  • Engineering Technology 6%
  • Computer and Information Sciences 6%
  • Biology 4%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=186867.

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Last updated: August 2026