About
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Erica Robinson
Associate Director
Associate Director
Address
1000 Morris Ave
Union, NJ 07083
Union, NJ 07083
Phone
908-737-7100
Email
admitme@kean.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
University (Student) Center
Harwood Arena Sports Complex
Green Lane Academic Bldg
New Jersey Center for Science, Technology & Mathematics
Maxine and Jack Lane Center for Academic Success (CAS)
CAS & Vaughn Eames - Art Galleries, Human Rights Institute, Enlow Recital Hall, Wilkins Theater, Starbucks, Smash Burger, Jersey Mike?s, Auntie Ann?s, Cougars Den Cafe, Liberty Hall Museum, Holocaust Resource Center, Wynona Moore Lipman Ethnic Studies Center
Harwood Arena Sports Complex
Green Lane Academic Bldg
New Jersey Center for Science, Technology & Mathematics
Maxine and Jack Lane Center for Academic Success (CAS)
CAS & Vaughn Eames - Art Galleries, Human Rights Institute, Enlow Recital Hall, Wilkins Theater, Starbucks, Smash Burger, Jersey Mike?s, Auntie Ann?s, Cougars Den Cafe, Liberty Hall Museum, Holocaust Resource Center, Wynona Moore Lipman Ethnic Studies Center
Most Popular Places Off Campus
New York City
Liberty Science Center
Liberty State Park
Jersey Gardens Mall
Shoppes at Vermella Union
Other attractions: NJPAC, Newark Museum, Great Adventure, MetLife Stadium, Prudential Center, Woodbridge Center/Short Hills and Livingston Malls, Van Gogh?s Ear Cafe & Restaurant
Liberty Science Center
Liberty State Park
Jersey Gardens Mall
Shoppes at Vermella Union
Other attractions: NJPAC, Newark Museum, Great Adventure, MetLife Stadium, Prudential Center, Woodbridge Center/Short Hills and Livingston Malls, Van Gogh?s Ear Cafe & Restaurant
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Monday - Saturday
M-Th: 8-6, F: 8-5, Sat: 9-1
908-737-7100
M-Th: 8-6, F: 8-5, Sat: 9-1
908-737-7100
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: See website for details
Average Length: 2 hours
Dates: Year-round
Times: See website for details
Average Length: 2 hours
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Available
Times
See website for times
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Advance Notice
2 weeks
Contact Email Address for Visit
kbowens@kean.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Closest airport is 5 miles from main campus: Newark Liberty International.
University shuttle(s) available between main and east campus.
By Train: NJ Transit?s Union Train station (Raritan Valley Line) is adjacent to campus. The Elizabeth Station is located on West Grand Avenue, one block west of Broad Street in Elizabeth, N.J., which is just two miles from campus by bus or taxi. The NJ Transit Northeast Corridor and North Jersey Coast line trains stop there. For further information about rail or bus schedules visit www.njtransit.com
By Bus: NJ Transit #52 and #26 between Elizabeth and Springfield pass the Campus on Morris Avenue. NJ Transit #113 between Plainfield and Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York, stops at Salem Road and Morris Avenue.
Driving Instructions to Campus
From the Garden State Parkway Northbound: Take Garden State Parkway to Exit 140, keep right and follow signs for Route 82 East towards Elizabeth (Morris Avenue East). Stay on Morris Avenue (Route 82 East) and Kean University Campus will be 2 miles down on your right.
Southbound: Take Garden State Parkway to Exit 140-A onto Route 22 West. Keep right and follow signs to Elizabeth (Route 82 East). Turn right on Morris Avenue (Route 82 East). Stay on Morris Avenue (Route 82 East) and Kean University Campus will be 2 miles down on your right.
For Kean Ocean in Toms River, NJ: please see www.ocean.edu/about-us/campus-map
Local Accommodations
AVE?Union?is?adjacent?to?campus: union.aveliving.com/
Vermella?Union?is?across?from?campus:
Vermellaunion.com
The Kenilworth Inn? 3.7 miles to campus:
www.kenilworthinn.com/
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Admissions
Overview
Applicants: 10,485
Acceptance Rate: 83%
Average HS GPA: 3.20
GPA Breakdown
8%
4.0
12%
3.75 - 3.99
15%
3.50 - 3.74
14%
3.25 - 3.49
16%
3.00 - 3.24
24%
2.50 - 2.99
11%
2.00 - 2.49
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Learn MoreSAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
450 - 580
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
450 - 580
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
910 - 1030
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
16 - 25
Testing Policies
Yes
Yes
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Test Optional
Deadlines
Early Action — December 1
Regular — August 15
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Academic GPA
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
16:1
Total Faculty
1,335
with Terminal Degree
531
743
Women
592
Men
437
Minority
Most frequent class size
20 - 29
Most frequent lab / sub section size
2 - 9
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
24%
Graduate in 5 years
41%
Graduate in 6 years
48%
Majors
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ARCHITECTURE AND RELATED SERVICES.
Architecture.
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
Asian Studies/Civilization.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Finance, General.
International Business/Trade/Commerce.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Advertising.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications.
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EDUCATION.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching.
Music Teacher Education.
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching.
Special Education and Teaching.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Athletic Training/Trainer.
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist.
Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
Community Health and Preventive Medicine.
Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator.
Nursing Science.
Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
International/Global Studies.
Sustainability Studies.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Science.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Kinesiology and Exercise Science.
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management, General.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Geology/Earth Science, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
Psychology, Other.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Public Administration.
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SCIENCE TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS.
Science Technologies/Technicians, Other.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Economics, General.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Acting.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Design and Visual Communications, General.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Industrial and Product Design.
Interior Design.
Music Performance, General.
Music, General.
Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology.
Degrees
Bachelor's
Doctoral
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Doctoral
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Chris Bollwage '81, '89 MPA H '02
Mayor, City of Elizabeth, NJ
Alan Paul '71
Grammy award winner, singer, songwriter, member of Manhattan Transfer
Marjorie Perry '74
President & CEO MZM Construction and Mgmt.
Nicholas Scutari '89
New Jersey State Senator
Joe Sheridan '80
President and COO of Wakefern Food Corp.
Holly Taylor '21
Actress best known for her role in The Americans
Maria Vargas-Pion '10
Emmy-award winning journalist, news reporter at Noticias Telemundo Network
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
24%
Graduate in 5 years
41%
Graduate in 6 years
48%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Dec 1
Required Forms
FAFSA
State Aid
State Aid
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$12,695
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$12,368
Average Need-Based Loan
$3,756
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
73%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$29,834
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$13,123
Financial aid provided to international students
No
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition (In-State)
$10,758
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$18,150
Required Fees
$2,214
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,200
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$1,824
Transportation for Commuters
$2,945
On-Campus Room and Board
$14,834
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
10,845
Foreign Countries Represented
52
Demographics
5.20%
Asian
20.53%
Black
35.75%
Hispanic
26.55%
Caucasian
5.44%
Unknown
3.89%
International
61% female
39% male
3% are out of state
81% are full time
19% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
15%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
First-Year Students living on campus
36%
Campus Environment
Small Urban
99/99
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
International Student
Other
International Student
Other
Special Needs Admissions
Program / Service Name
Office of Accessibility Services
Type of Program
For all students with disabilities
Director
Chantonette Lyles
College Entrance Tests Required
Yes
Interview Required
Yes
Documentation Required for LD
Educational and Psychological evaluations and Disability Verification FormDocumentation Required for ADHD
Educational and Psychological evaluations and Disability Verification FormSpecial Need Services Offered
Calculator allowed in exams
Yes
Dictionary allowed in exams
Yes
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Spellchecker allowed in exams
Yes
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
Yes
Oral exams
Yes
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Accommodation for students with ADHD
Yes
Reading machine
Yes
Other assistive technology
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
128
Number of Honor Societies
31
Number of Social Sororities
13
Number of Religious Organizations
9
Sports
Athletic Division
Division III
4% participate in intercollegiate sports
Men's Sports (Cougars)
7 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Lacrosse
Soccer
Volleyball
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Lacrosse
Soccer
Volleyball
Women's Sports (Cougars)
9 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Volleyball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Volleyball
Student Services
Day Care
Health
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Seton Hall University
Navy ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Rutgers, New Brunswick, NJ
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: NJ Institute of Technology
Health
LGBT Support Groups: The Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (www.kean.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion) can provide the listing.
Minority Support Groups: Counseling services are available for students who identify as gay, lesbian and transgender as well as those who identify themselves as belonging to a minority population.
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Seton Hall University
Navy ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Rutgers, New Brunswick, NJ
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: NJ Institute of Technology
Sustainability
80/99
AASHE STARS® rating
Silver
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
Available Transportation Alternatives
Incentives Or Programs To Encourage Employees To Live Close To Campus
Yes
Data provided by Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), STARS®, as of March, 2024.
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Yes
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
Description
Dell Student/Staff/Faculty Discount
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
