Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
76.88%
SAT Average
1,150
ACT Range
Not available
Kean University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 76.88%. This means approximately 769 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 10,842 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
76.88%
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 | $13,426 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $21,076 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $24,924 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $12,168 | State avg: $17,613. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 46.31% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 45.60% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Kean University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$21,076
Room and board
$16,592
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$3,212
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$24,924
Average net price
$12,168
Average aid coverage
51%
$12,756 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Kean University pays approximately $12,168 per year after grants and aid. This is below the New Jersey average of $17,613 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Kean University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to New Jersey and national averages.
Kean University net price
$12,168
New Jersey average
$17,613
National average
$17,506
Kean University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $21,076 and average net price at $12,168. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$21,076
Current net price
$12,168
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)
43.38%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$57,237
Undergraduates
10,842
10-Year Median Earnings - Kean University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Kean University graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Kean University?
Undergraduates
10,842
Completion rate
43.38%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
46.31%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
45.60%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 46.31% of Kean University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 45.60% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Kean 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 Kean University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Kean 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
Kean University is listed at 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Kean 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kean University | 76.88% | $21,076 | $12,168 | $57,237 |
| 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 |
Similar Schools in Union
This local cluster focuses on nearby Union schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Union.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kean University's acceptance rate?
Kean University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 76.88%.
How much is Kean University tuition?
Kean University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $21,076.
What is Kean University's average net price?
Kean University's average net price in the local dataset is $12,168.
What is Kean University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $57,237 for Kean University.
Is Kean University accredited?
Kean University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Kean University?
The local dataset lists 10,842 undergraduate students at Kean University.
What percentage of Kean University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Kean University in the local dataset is 46.31%.
What is the federal loan rate at Kean University?
The federal loan rate for Kean University in the local dataset is 45.60%.
Where should I verify Kean University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Kean University or the latest official federal education data.