Overview
Enrollment
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| Location | Ewing, New Jersey |
| Online | tcnj.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
The College of New Jersey (TCNJ), located in suburban Ewing Township approximately 8 miles from Trenton and 40 miles from Philadelphia, operates on a 289-acre traditional campus marked by Georgian Colonial architecture. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School, TCNJ has evolved into a selective public institution offering undergraduate and graduate programs across seven academic schools. The School of Engineering and School of Business are among its prominent academic divisions, alongside comprehensive liberal arts programs and a well-regarded teacher preparation curriculum that reflects the institution's historical roots. The campus maintains a residential character with most undergraduate students living in college housing, and TCNJ competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Lions, primarily within the New Jersey Athletic Conference.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
TCNJ is rated within the top 28% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for The College of New Jersey within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#175 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#38 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Colleges in New Jersey
#2 in Best Public Colleges in New Jersey
#350 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#14 in Best Value Colleges in New Jersey
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1140/1350 |
| ACT | 24/30 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.29 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $75 |
Annual Cost to Attend
New Jersey Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $3,838 |
| Room and Board | $14,144 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,534 |
| Total One Year Cost | $37,856 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $3,838 |
| Room and Board | $14,144 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,534 |
| Total One Year Cost | $50,650 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 22% |
| Business | 17% |
| Psychology | 9% |
| English and Literature | 8% |
| Social Sciences | 7% |
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Questions and Answers
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Last updated February 24, 2024