Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
65.40%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Caldwell University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 65.40%. This means approximately 654 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,437 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
65.40%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $39,450 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $39,450 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $53,586 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $21,188 | State avg: $17,613. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 45.92% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 69.03% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Caldwell University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$39,450
Room and board
$13,774
Books and supplies
$2,600
Other expenses
$3,500
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$53,586
Average net price
$21,188
Average aid coverage
60%
$32,398 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Caldwell University pays approximately $21,188 per year after grants and aid. This is above the New Jersey average of $17,613 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Caldwell University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to New Jersey and national averages.
Caldwell University net price
$21,188
New Jersey average
$17,613
National average
$17,506
Caldwell University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $39,450 and average net price at $21,188. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$39,450
Current net price
$21,188
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
58.70%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$53,843
Undergraduates
1,437
10-Year Median Earnings - Caldwell University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Caldwell University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Caldwell University?
Undergraduates
1,437
Completion rate
58.70%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
45.92%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
69.03%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 45.92% of Caldwell University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 69.03% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Caldwell University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Caldwell University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Caldwell University lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Caldwell University is listed at 120 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell, NJ 07006-6195. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Caldwell University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caldwell University | 65.40% | $39,450 | $21,188 | $53,843 |
| Princeton University | 4.50% | $59,710 | $10,555 | $110,066 |
| Stevens Institute of Technology | 43.44% | $60,952 | $40,468 | $108,772 |
| Chamberlain University-New Jersey | 90.00% | $20,462 | $36,438 | $92,405 |
| Holy Name Medical Center-Sister Claire Tynan School of Nursing | 25.00% | $23,489 | $21,187 | $87,408 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caldwell University's acceptance rate?
Caldwell University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 65.40%.
How much is Caldwell University tuition?
Caldwell University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $39,450.
What is Caldwell University's average net price?
Caldwell University's average net price in the local dataset is $21,188.
What does Caldwell University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $16,458 for Caldwell University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Caldwell University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $53,843 for Caldwell University.
Is Caldwell University accredited?
Caldwell University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Caldwell University?
The local dataset lists 1,437 undergraduate students at Caldwell University.
What percentage of Caldwell University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Caldwell University in the local dataset is 45.92%.
What is the federal loan rate at Caldwell University?
The federal loan rate for Caldwell University in the local dataset is 69.03%.
Where should I verify Caldwell University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Caldwell University or the latest official federal education data.