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Kean University

  • B-
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Union, NJ
  • 1,340 reviews
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    B-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      C+
    2. Value
      B
    3. Diversity
      A
    4. Campus
      B
    5. Athletics
      B
    6. Party Scene
      B
    7. Professors
      B-
    8. Location
      B-
    9. Dorms
      B
    10. Campus Food
      B+
    11. Student Life
      B
    12. Safety
      B
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    About Kean University...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (with football)
    Athletic Conference
    New Jersey Athletic Conference
    Address
    1000 Morris Avenue
    Union, NJ 07083
    Website
    kean.edu
    From Kean University

    Rated as one of the top five "Most Diverse Schools" in the nation by DiversityInc, Kean University fosters cultural understanding in and out of the classroom. Kean takes tremendous pride in its 160-year history of educating students and continues to produce high-demand programs that ready students for careers in a new global economy. Kean offers over 50 undergraduate degree programs and more than 80 graduate options for study, including doctoral degrees, professional diplomas, master's degrees, and paths leading to state certification.

    See where a world-class education takes you!

    Kean University Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Acceptance Rate
    82%
    SAT Range
    880-1070
    ACT Range
    16-22
    Application Fee
    $75
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Accepts Common App
    Yes

    Cost

    Net Price
    $16,839/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $8,089/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    89%

    Academics

    Professors
    B-
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    17:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    77%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.96 responses
    54%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.116 responses
    65%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.116 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Psychology
      466 Graduates
    • Business
      200 Graduates
    • Biology
      163 Graduates
    • Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
      156 Graduates
    • Communications
      151 Graduates
    • Accounting
      130 Graduates
    • Nursing Science, Education, and Practice
      121 Graduates
    • English
      114 Graduates
    • Sociology
      89 Graduates
    • Special Education and Teaching
      89 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    9,516Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    2,468
    Undergrads Over 25
    17%
    Pell Grant
    51%
    Varsity Athletes
    4%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 86 responses
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    • Diverse
      67%
    • Friendly
      12%
    • .....Unique
      9%
    • Diverse
      7%
    • Ghetto
      3%
    • Outgoing
      1%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    —
    Poll
    51%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.134 responses
    Poll
    47%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.147 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 92 responses
    Report
    • LETS GO COUGARS!!!
      27%
    • Commuter school
      22%
    • Convenient
      14%
    • Well rounded
      12%
    • The best
      9%
    • Modern
      8%
    • Helpful
      3%

      After College

      Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
      $46,100/ year
      National
      $33,028
      Graduation Rate
      49%
      National
      49%
      Employed 2 Years After Graduation
      93%
      National
      83%
      81%
      of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.78 responses
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      Kean changed my life. Teachers are kind and very easy to understand. I am apart of 5 different organizations on campus including junior class senator of Student .Org, member of Haitian Student Association, Member of Order of Melchizedek, treasurer of Leadership and Society, and I’m a member of the Black Leadership Union. I have just got the votes for Senior Class President for next semester! You will love it here. This is my home.
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      Kean is a very diverse school which I love. Kean provides good campus life as well as academic learning to students. The professors at Kean help their students succeed and pass. Kean offers a lot of job opportunities, school programs and food options!
      I love that Kean University is diverse. All people are welcomed and treated with respect. The professors are knowledgeable and buoyant. They are committed to helping students to succeed in their academic performance. They are also committed to enhancing student's confidence, workmanship, and agility. You can find a huge amount of resources in Kean's library. The staff members are always willing to answer any questions you may have.
      I enjoyed living on campus. It's safe and peaceful. The different choices of food are very good and always fresh. If you are interested in sports or working out at the gym, Kean can accommodate your interest.
      Kean University cares about your goals and your future. They are there to help you make a life-changing decision. If I decide to go for my Master's degree, I most definitely would pursue it at Kean University.