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Rutgers University-Newark vs Seton Hall University

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

Rutgers University-Newark Seton Hall University
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 71% 73%
SAT range (mid 50%) n/a 1,220-1,390
ACT range (mid 50%) n/a 27-32
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $19,703 $31,446
Sticker cost of attendance $35,654 $68,263
Graduation rate 64% 69%
Retention rate 84% 81%
Undergraduates 7,709 6,036
Student-faculty ratio 14:1 14:1
Setting Newark, NJ South Orange, NJ
Type Public Private nonprofit
Application fee n/a $65
Test policy n/a Test-optional

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the cycle.

Common questions

Is Rutgers University-Newark or Seton Hall University harder to get into?

Rutgers University-Newark is more selective, with a 71% acceptance rate versus 73% at Seton Hall University. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, Rutgers University-Newark or Seton Hall University?

Rutgers University-Newark has the lower average net price ($19,703 versus $31,446). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.