Kean University
- 4 Year
- UNION, NJ
CollegeGrad School
Kean University
- grade B minusOverall Grade
- 4 Year
- UNION, NJ
- Rating 3.7 out of 5 1,528 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B minus
- Valuegrade B
- Diversitygrade A
- Campusgrade A minus
- Athleticsgrade B
- Party Scenegrade B+
- Professorsgrade C+
- Locationgrade B
- Dormsgrade B+
- Campus Foodgrade A minus
- Student Lifegrade B+
- Safetygrade B+
About
Athletic Division
NCAA Division III (with football)
Athletic Conference
New Jersey Athletic Conference
From Kean University
Kean is New Jersey’s first urban research university and is nationally ranked for innovation by U.S. News and World Report. Founded in 1855, Kean University was the first public post-secondary institution in New Jersey.
With a rich history of excellence and innovation in higher education, Kean is a world-class, vibrant and diverse university offering more than 50 undergraduate majors and more than 70 options for graduate study, including six doctoral programs in a variety of disciplines. Cougars climb higher!
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Admissions
Application Deadline
April 30
Acceptance Rate
78%
SAT Range
920-1100
ACT Range
16-22
Application Fee
$75
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes
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Cost
Net Price
$17,401 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$8,686 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
94%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade C+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
19:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
77%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 96 responses53%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 126 responses63%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 126 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Psychology444 Graduates
- Business293 Graduates
- Biology196 Graduates
- Communications182 Graduates
- Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration176 Graduates
- Accounting145 Graduates
- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching110 Graduates
- Marketing89 Graduates
- Sociology86 Graduates
- History75 Graduates
Online
Online Programs Offered
2
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
2
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
11,610 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
2,343
Undergrads Over 25
16%
Pell Grant
57%
Varsity Athletes
4%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available
Poll
53%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 144 responsesPoll
48%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 157 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$46,100 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
50%
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 responsesKean University Reviews
Rating 3.7 out of 5 1,528 reviews
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I'm very thankful that I chose Kean University. The campus is large, beautiful, there are tons of recources and help, and many food options. There is so much space to unwind and have quiet time to study. I started out in the design program and although I figured out the major wasn't for me, the design programs are excellent for those who want to pursue a career in creativity. The professors are very friendly and considerate; something I did not expect when entering college. I am now in the psychology program and I can say the same. The faculty genuily cares about their students and want to see them improve and succeed. The university is in a pretty good area of union, tons of transportation and eateries. My only concern is the tuition not being lowered during the circumstances of the pandemic. So far, I'm enjoying my time at Kean!
I just moved to New Jersey for a faster and more enticing life. I had multiple universities to choose from, but I chose Kean University. The campus can be big, but nowhere near as big as MSU or Rutgers University. The dorms are pretty good, the view is great, and the campus has a "open" design. Kean (to me) is one of the prettiest campuses I have every been on and it continues to stay that way too!
The people here are great, especially the professors too! Kean is literally next door to the Union train station, which can take you to New York in about 30-35 minutes. The area around Kean Is always developing with a new store or two coming up every other year or so. Everything you need is within a 1-1.5 mile radius of the campus. Gas stations, Boba tea, QuikChek, FootLocker, Dunkin, multiple restaurants, and a few beauty salons!
The people here are great, especially the professors too! Kean is literally next door to the Union train station, which can take you to New York in about 30-35 minutes. The area around Kean Is always developing with a new store or two coming up every other year or so. Everything you need is within a 1-1.5 mile radius of the campus. Gas stations, Boba tea, QuikChek, FootLocker, Dunkin, multiple restaurants, and a few beauty salons!
Kean University is a pretty good campus! While I turned into the college scene, unsure of myself because of the quarantine and the harshness of being isolated, Kean helped me get out of my comfort zone and meet new people. The teachers are very respectable and willing to work with you and the diversity of different genders and races at the school make you feel warm and welcome. The internet and dorms may not be the BEST but the administration and care they put into their job can't help but make me want to overlook it.