There are 85 accredited colleges and universities in New Jersey. They admit an average of 75% of applicants, and the average net price after aid is $16,340 per year. Compare acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, and net prices — and see your personal admission chances for free.
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The most selective and highly ranked accredited universities in New Jersey. Click any school for its acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, net price, and a free admission-chance estimate.
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Universities in New Jersey with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).
| University | Location | Avg Net Price |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex College | Edison, NJ | $2,288 |
| Essex County College | Newark, NJ | $4,436 |
| Mercer County Community College | West Windsor, NJ | $5,279 |
| Rowan College at Burlington County | Mount Laurel, NJ | $5,344 |
| Yeshiva Toras Chaim | Lakewood, NJ | $5,356 |
| Warren County Community College | Washington, NJ | $5,726 |
| Camden County College | Blackwood, NJ | $5,996 |
| Princeton University | Princeton, NJ | $6,128 |
| Talmudical Academy-New Jersey | Adelphia, NJ | $6,164 |
| Raritan Valley Community College | Branchburg, NJ | $6,778 |
| Bais Medrash Toras Chesed | Lakewood, NJ | $6,838 |
| Hudson County Community College | Jersey City, NJ | $7,307 |
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There are 85 accredited colleges and universities in New Jersey in Admit Coach's database, sourced from federal IPEDS data. They admit an average of 75% of applicants and cost about $16,340 per year after aid.
Princeton University is the highest nationally ranked university in New Jersey. The best college depends on your major, budget, and admission chances, though. Admit Coach ranks all 85 New Jersey colleges by your personal fit using your GPA and test scores, not just national reputation.
The average net price — the real cost after grants and scholarships — at colleges in New Jersey is about $16,340 per year. Admit Coach shows net price by five income brackets for every school, so you see the estimate for your family's income bracket, not just the sticker price.
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