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Rutgers University-Newark vs The College of New Jersey

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

Rutgers University-Newark The College of New Jersey
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 71% 62%
SAT range (mid 50%) n/a 1,140-1,340
ACT range (mid 50%) n/a 26-31
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $19,703 $27,646
Sticker cost of attendance $35,654 $38,860
Graduation rate 64% 86%
Retention rate 84% 91%
Undergraduates 7,709 7,105
Student-faculty ratio 14:1 14:1
Setting Newark, NJ Ewing, NJ
Type Public Public
Application fee n/a $65
Test policy n/a Required for some

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

Common questions

Is Rutgers University-Newark or The College of New Jersey harder to get into?

The College of New Jersey is more selective, with a 62% acceptance rate versus 71% at Rutgers University-Newark. 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 The College of New Jersey?

Rutgers University-Newark has the lower average net price ($19,703 versus $27,646). 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.