At a glance
Average net price
$31,446
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
69.5%
Admission rate
73%
Undergrad size
6,036
In-state tuition
$53,170
Out-of-state tuition
$53,170
Cost of attendance
$68,263
Median earnings (10y)
$70,196
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,322
- ACT midpoint
- 29
- Retention
- 81.5%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
22 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (23%), business (23%), stem (20%).
- STEM20%
- Health10%
- Business23%
- Humanities & arts18%
- Social sciences23%
- Trades & services6%
- Business22.6%~1,366 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Biological sciences15.3%~926 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences12.2%~733 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Health professions10.4%~627 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Communication6.0%~365 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts5.7%~344 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology5.3%~319 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education4.4%~268 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~208 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~162 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~121 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~101 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English1.4%~86 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science1.3%~76 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics1.3%~76 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Theology1.1%~66 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~61 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History0.9%~56 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~45 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~15 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Law. | First professional | 440 | $63,123 | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 379 | $20,650 | $21,500 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 335 | $56,531 | $22,808 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 256 | $45,189 | $23,250 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 246 | $33,362 | $25,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 221 | $74,331 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 152 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 151 | — | — |
| Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies. | Master's | 147 | $88,307 | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 143 | $36,354 | $22,500 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 138 | $28,970 | $20,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 135 | $99,461 | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master's | 119 | $67,403 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 115 | $89,013 | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 108 | $45,354 | $23,032 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 105 | $36,831 | $25,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 103 | $42,237 | $24,125 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 96 | $49,575 | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 96 | $59,822 | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Master's | 92 | $50,502 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 91 | $54,012 | $25,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 86 | $69,696 | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Graduate certificate | 78 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master's | 77 | $98,209 | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 76 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | 75 | $108,283 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 74 | $50,470 | $27,000 |
| Business/Managerial Economics. | Bachelor's | 68 | $47,921 | $21,522 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 66 | $30,461 | $23,250 |
| Social Work. | Master's | 62 | $42,422 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Graduate certificate | 60 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 59 | — | $19,250 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master's | 58 | $63,166 | — |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Bachelor's | 57 | $35,827 | $27,000 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 54 | $42,363 | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 49 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 48 | $34,089 | $23,433 |
| Legal Professions and Studies, Other. | Master's | 46 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 44 | — | $25,000 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 43 | $39,262 | $25,139 |
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 Seton Hall University
Seton Hall University is a large institution located in South Orange, New Jersey, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 6,036 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Biological sciences, Social sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Seton Hall University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $31,446 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $53,170 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $68,263 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 69.5%, a above-average completion outcome. 81.5% 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 $70,196 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Seton Hall University confers degrees and certificates across 22 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Biological sciences, Social sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (23% of credentials), business (23% of credentials), stem (20% 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
Seton Hall University accepts 73% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,322. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 29.
Location & campus
Set in South Orange, New Jersey (suburb), Seton Hall 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 Seton Hall University
Q.How much does Seton Hall University cost?
The average net price at Seton Hall University is $31,446 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $68,263.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Seton Hall University?
Seton Hall University has a 6-year graduation rate of 69.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Seton Hall University?
Seton Hall University admits 73% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Seton Hall University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Seton Hall University graduate earns $70,196 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Seton Hall University?
Published tuition is $53,170 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Seton Hall University located?
Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey (ZIP 07079).
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 Seton Hall University at their official website.