At a glance
Average net price
$12,447
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
46.6%
Admission rate
76%
Undergrad size
11,433
In-state tuition
$14,299
Out-of-state tuition
$22,446
Cost of attendance
$26,949
Median earnings (10y)
$57,237
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,040
- ACT midpoint
- 20
- Retention
- 76.1%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
22 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (26%), business (22%), humanities & arts (18%).
- STEM17%
- Health6%
- Business22%
- Humanities & arts18%
- Social sciences26%
- Trades & services10%
- Business21.9%~2,510 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology15.6%~1,780 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~876 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~839 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education6.8%~780 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~734 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Computer science5.8%~661 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~638 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication4.5%~513 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~317 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Social sciences2.5%~280 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English2.2%~248 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History2.2%~248 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Architecture2.1%~244 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Science tech1.8%~207 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics1.2%~133 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~110 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~96 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~91 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.6%~69 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~41 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~18 students/yr · STEMCompare 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
40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 733 | $30,347 | $25,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 530 | $38,680 | $27,018 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 410 | $34,115 | $26,548 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 304 | $33,573 | $25,993 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 262 | $47,418 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 249 | $29,817 | $25,250 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 203 | $49,189 | $26,999 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 181 | $36,145 | $26,713 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 174 | $37,662 | $25,500 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 167 | $57,586 | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 153 | $49,423 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 130 | $35,690 | $30,679 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 123 | $39,161 | $24,688 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Bachelor's | 122 | $43,698 | $26,570 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 115 | $61,311 | $26,243 |
| Social Work. | Master's | 108 | $44,627 | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 107 | $52,857 | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 104 | $27,123 | $27,000 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 101 | $39,093 | $26,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 99 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Master's | 98 | $43,377 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 91 | $41,307 | $29,625 |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 81 | $53,392 | — |
| Science Technologies/Technicians, Other. | Bachelor's | 76 | — | $22,636 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 71 | $83,745 | $20,750 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 61 | $38,706 | $27,000 |
| Architecture. | Bachelor's | 60 | — | $27,000 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Graduate certificate | 60 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 58 | $57,317 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Graduate certificate | 57 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 56 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 54 | $27,137 | $28,750 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master's | 54 | $67,850 | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Bachelor's | 53 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 50 | $49,445 | $27,000 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 49 | $62,540 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 48 | $54,235 | — |
| International Business. | Bachelor's | 48 | $36,995 | $24,185 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 45 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 45 | $55,585 | — |
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 Kean University
Kean University is a large institution located in Union, New Jersey, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 11,433 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Psychology, Homeland security & law enforcement.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Kean University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $12,447 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $14,299 for in-state students and $22,446 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $26,949 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 46.6%, a average completion outcome. 76.1% 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 $57,237 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Kean University confers degrees and certificates across 22 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Psychology, Homeland security & law enforcement. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (26% of credentials), business (22% of credentials), humanities & arts (18% 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
Kean University accepts 76% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,040. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 20.
Location & campus
Set in Union, New Jersey (suburb), Kean 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 Kean University
Q.How much does Kean University cost?
The average net price at Kean University is $12,447 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $26,949.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Kean University?
Kean University has a 6-year graduation rate of 46.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Kean University?
Kean University admits 76% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Kean University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Kean University graduate earns $57,237 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Kean University?
Published tuition is $14,299 in-state and $22,446 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Kean University located?
Kean University is located in Union, New Jersey (ZIP 07083).
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 Kean University at their official website.