At a glance
Average net price
$24,691
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
57.5%
Admission rate
71%
Undergrad size
1,575
In-state tuition
$40,848
Out-of-state tuition
$40,848
Cost of attendance
$54,073
Median earnings (10y)
$53,843
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,260
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 77.3%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
13 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (35%), social sciences (22%), business (13%).
- STEM12%
- Health35%
- Business13%
- Humanities & arts8%
- Social sciences22%
- Trades & services10%
- Health professions35.4%~557 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business13.5%~212 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology13.1%~207 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~127 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~117 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Social sciences4.7%~74 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science3.7%~58 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education3.7%~58 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~53 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication3.0%~48 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~37 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- English1.0%~16 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.7%~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
35 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 159 | $73,976 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 78 | $28,939 | $26,690 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 68 | $39,585 | $26,375 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 65 | $44,724 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 58 | $34,098 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 44 | $66,949 | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 43 | $34,077 | $22,250 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 38 | — | $27,000 |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 23 | $24,633 | $27,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 19 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | 17 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 16 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master's | 16 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 13 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 11 | $51,442 | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 8 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 7 | $32,685 | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 5 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Graduate certificate | — | $36,665 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Caldwell University
Caldwell University is a mid-sized institution located in Caldwell, New Jersey, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,575 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Caldwell University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $24,691 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $40,848 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $54,073 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 57.5%, a above-average completion outcome. 77.3% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $53,843 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Caldwell University confers degrees and certificates across 13 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (35% of credentials), social sciences (22% of credentials), business (13% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Caldwell University accepts 71% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,260.
Location & campus
Set in Caldwell, New Jersey (suburb), Caldwell University draws students from across New Jersey and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Caldwell University
Q.How much does Caldwell University cost?
The average net price at Caldwell University is $24,691 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $54,073.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Caldwell University?
Caldwell University has a 6-year graduation rate of 57.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Caldwell University?
Caldwell University admits 71% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Caldwell University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Caldwell University graduate earns $53,843 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Caldwell University?
Published tuition is $40,848 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Caldwell University located?
Caldwell University is located in Caldwell, New Jersey (ZIP 07006).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Caldwell University at their official website.