Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
96.68%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Centenary University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 96.68%. This means approximately 967 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 934 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
96.68%
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 | $37,732 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $37,732 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $51,351 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $19,037 | State avg: $17,613. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 37.72% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 81.09% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Centenary University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$37,732
Room and board
$12,552
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$3,960
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$51,351
Average net price
$19,037
Average aid coverage
63%
$32,314 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Centenary University pays approximately $19,037 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 Centenary University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to New Jersey and national averages.
Centenary University net price
$19,037
New Jersey average
$17,613
National average
$17,506
Centenary University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $37,732 and average net price at $19,037. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$37,732
Current net price
$19,037
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)
56.59%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$53,726
Undergraduates
934
10-Year Median Earnings - Centenary University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Centenary University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Centenary University?
Undergraduates
934
Completion rate
56.59%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
37.72%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
81.09%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 37.72% of Centenary University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 81.09% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Centenary 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 Centenary University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Centenary 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
Centenary University is listed at 400 Jefferson St, Hackettstown, NJ 07840. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Centenary 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centenary University | 96.68% | $37,732 | $19,037 | $53,726 |
| 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 Centenary University's acceptance rate?
Centenary University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 96.68%.
How much is Centenary University tuition?
Centenary University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $37,732.
What is Centenary University's average net price?
Centenary University's average net price in the local dataset is $19,037.
What does Centenary University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $13,735 for Centenary University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Centenary University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $53,726 for Centenary University.
Is Centenary University accredited?
Centenary University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Centenary University?
The local dataset lists 934 undergraduate students at Centenary University.
What percentage of Centenary University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Centenary University in the local dataset is 37.72%.
What is the federal loan rate at Centenary University?
The federal loan rate for Centenary University in the local dataset is 81.09%.
Where should I verify Centenary University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Centenary University or the latest official federal education data.