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The College of New Jersey (TCNJ)

Black Pinpoint PO Box 7718 Office of Undergraduate Admissions | Ewing, NJ | 08628-0718

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Table of Contents

  • 01 About Us
  • 02 Student
  • 03 Admissions
  • 04 Academics
  • 05 Campus Life05 Campus
  • 06 Housing & Activities06 Housing
  • 07 Sports & Athletics07 Sports
  • 08 Student Services08 Services
  • 09 Mental Health
  • 10 Campus Visits10 Visits
  • 11 Career & Jobs11 Career
  • 12 Majors
  • 13 Tuition & Cost13 Tuition
  • 14 Financial Aid
  • 01 Overview
  • 02 Rankings
  • 03 Admissions
  • 04 Cost
  • 05 Academics
  • 06 Students
  • 07 Mental Health
  • 08 Campus
  • 09 Visits
  • 10 Sports
  • 11 Housing
  • 12 Services
  • 13 Financial Aid
  • 14 Career
  • 15 Majors

Rankings and Lists

Financial Aid Not So Great
#3

01. What the School is Known For

From the School

The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) has created a culture of constant questioning. In small classes, students and faculty members collaborate in a rewarding process. They seek to understand fundamental principles, apply key concepts, reveal new problems and pursue lines of inquiry to gain a fluency of thought in their disciplines. This transformative process is at the core of the educational experience at The College.

In order to enhance student development and empowerment, TCNJ's curriculum is built around five key experiences which permeate every major across seven academic schools. Small classes prioritizing discussion and inquiry create a Personalized, Rigorous, and Collaborative Learning Environment where students and faculty work side by side in developing skills and applying concepts. Undergraduate Research, Mentored Internships, and Field Experiences give TCNJ students opportunities to get out of the classroom, develop their professional skill sets, and discover exciting career paths and academic endeavors. Passion for civic responsibility and a commitment to Community-Engaged Learning ensures that TCNJ graduates enter the professional world as top-notch scholars and citizens. Opportunities for Global Engagement found on campus and facilitated through internationally recognized study-abroad programs allow students to expand their internal scope and frame their academic goals and achievements in a truly global context. Finally, academic and extracurricular programs designed to foster Leadership Development help students build confidence and decision-making skills that they will need to solve the problems of tomorrow and build a brighter future.

TCNJ admits a diverse class each year full of ambitious students, eager to build on their educational foundations and dive into new topics. These students will ultimately find a home away from home on campus, and ninety-five percent of first-year students will return for their second year. The most successful admits are prepared to steer their own academic pursuits toward post-graduation goals of graduate school, professional training, or satisfying careers.

Prestigious graduate schools, including the University of Pennsylvania, Georgetown Law School, Maxwell School at Syracuse University, NYU Law School, and Harvard, Yale, and Northwestern Universities, routinely welcome TCNJ alumni into their ranks. TCNJ graduates boast a 64% acceptance rate into Medical School and an 88% acceptance rate into Law School.

Many top corporations recruit TCNJ graduates, providing avenues into rewarding jobs directly after graduation. Other barometers of student success include the 100 percent pass rate of education majors taking the state teacher preparation test and the 94 percent three-year pass rate for nursing students obtaining their license. The numerous learning opportunities at The College prepare students to prosper in any arena after the completion of their undergraduate career.

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Prominent Alumni

Joe Ecker

member of the National Academy of the Sciences

Holly Black

Author of 'The Spiderwick Chronicles'

Andy Polansky

President of Weber Shandwick

Sheila Callaghan

Whiting Prize Winner

James J. Florio

Former New Jersey Governor

Chris Smith

Congressman

Tom McCarthy

Philadelphia Phillies Broadcaster

Joe Ecker

member of the National Academy of the Sciences

Holly Black

Author of 'The Spiderwick Chronicles'

Andy Polansky

President of Weber Shandwick

Sheila Callaghan

Whiting Prize Winner

James J. Florio

Former New Jersey Governor

Chris Smith

Congressman

Tom McCarthy

Philadelphia Phillies Broadcaster

Joe Ecker

member of the National Academy of the Sciences

Most Popular Places On Campus

Arts and Multimedia Building

Student Center

Athletic Center

Library

New Science Complex

Arts and Multimedia Building

Student Center

Athletic Center

Library

New Science Complex

Arts and Multimedia Building

Most Popular Places Off Campus

New Hope, PA

Jersey Shore / Six Flags - Great Adventure

Downtown Princeton

Local Shopping/Restaurants

Waterfront Park

New Hope, PA

Jersey Shore / Six Flags - Great Adventure

Downtown Princeton

Local Shopping/Restaurants

Waterfront Park

New Hope, PA

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02. StudentsScroll to Top  Scroll To Top Arrow

From The School


Classroom learning at TCNJ is complemented by an extensive and acclaimed Leadership Development Program. Life outside the classroom is not something students do on the side. It is an extension of the learning experience. At every turn from the first year on, students blur the boundary between living and learning, closing the gap between "scholar" and "citizen."

More than 250 student organizations flourish at The College. Right off the bat, students are encouraged to discover their passion through the various clubs and activities offered. Anyone can find an intramural sports team, Greek organization, cultural club, or academic group to suit their interests. Many students build friendships as well as personal networks and optimize their leisure time participating in these groups. In addition, the College Union Board-administered by TCNJ students-organizes large-scale events including concerts, performances, and comedy shows.

The College's highly successful Division III athletic programs also provide an opportunity to socialize and cheer on fellow classmates. TCNJ fields ten sports for men and ten for women. With more than 40 national titles, The College holds the record for the highest number of championship and runner-up titles since Division III was implemented in 1979. For those looking for something a little less competitive, intramural and club sports, including flag football, volleyball, softball, floor hockey, and basketball, have thriving coed leagues of their own. Intramural and club teams play in state, regional, and national tournaments.

What students say:

For the most part, the students here are "very driven to do their work and get good grades." Although students' opinions on how diverse the campus is vary, everyone "still gets along and accepts each other." Students at TCNJ create "a community of support that allow each other to grow academically and socially." There's "a real sense of school spirit and camaraderie" and inclusivity, and "we don't have a cliquey feeling or vibe." The college features "several organizations dedicated to the LGBTQ+ community" as well as organizations supporting "multiple different ethnic communities." While the school has multiple sports teams, the student body is "generally not interested in sports," and "all games, with the exception of Homecoming, are sparsely attended."

Gender

55% female45% male

Out of State

5% are out
of state
95% are
in-state

Students

98% are
full time
2% are
part time

Student Body Profile

Total Undergraduate Enrollment
7,435
Foreign Countries Represented
32

Student Body Demographics

American Indian or Alaskan Native
0.03%
Asian
10.34%
Black
5.87%
Hispanic
17.79%
Caucasian
58.58%
Unknown
3.53%
International
0.83%

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Admissions

From the School:


The admissions committee at TCNJ accepts a class of motivated, ambitious, and highly talented students. Most successful applicants have taken 16 college-preparatory units in high school, demonstrating mastery of the core academic areas of Science, Math, Language Arts, Social Sciences, and Foreign Languages. They also show impressive class ranks and SAT/ACT scores. Most students admitted fall within the top 20 percent of their graduating class. The committee also considers extracurricular involvement, individual pursuits, and community participation. Standardized test scores are not required for students applying into the Art or Music disciplines.

The College of New Jersey accepts applications via The Common Application and The Coalition Application. The application deadline for Spring enrollment is November 1. The Regular Decision application deadline for Fall enrollment is February 1. There is a $65 application fee. Candidates who apply only to The College of New Jersey under the Early Decision agreement may apply before November 1 and will be notified on or before December 1. Early Decision applicants unable to complete and submit their application prior to November 1 may also choose to apply before January 1 and receive notification on or before February 1. Students applying to the seven-year Accelerated Medical program must apply by November 1. For Fall enrollment, the College requires incoming students to pay an enrollment deposit of $600 no later than May 1.

For more information, students should contact:

The College of New Jersey
P.O. Box 7718
Ewing, New Jersey 08628-0718
United States
Phone: 609-771-2131
Website: https://tcnj.pages.tcnj.edu

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Applicants
12,766
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Acceptance Rate
62%

Deadlines

Early Decision
November 1
Regular
February 1

GPA Breakdown

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SAT & ACT Test Scores

SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
570 - 670

SAT Math

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
570 - 670

SAT Composite Scores

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
1140 - 1230

ACT Composite Scores

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
26 - 31

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Testing Policies

Superscore ACT
No
Superscore SAT
Yes
Standardized testing policy for
use in admission:
Test Optional

Other Admission Factors Academic

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Rigor of Secondary School Record
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Class Rank

Non-Academic

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Selectivity

Admissions selectivity rating
89/99

04. AcademicsScroll to Top  Scroll To Top Arrow

From the School


A Liberal Learning Curriculum ensures that all students are grounded in the values of civic responsibility, intellectual and scholarly growth, and that they receive a well-rounded education in the liberal arts.

TCNJ's innovative curriculum requires students to complete fewer courses, while adding depth to each course pursued. All courses contain significant out-of-class requirements that provide for student and faculty interaction. Small classes enable dialog between students and TCNJ's accomplished teaching faculty. All courses are led by active faculty; no courses are taught by graduate students or Teacher's Assistants. The College shapes its curricula and educational experiences around the concept of Personalized, Collaborative, and Rigorous Intellectual Development.

The required First-Year Seminar, the cornerstone of The College's Liberal Learning program, introduces students to the habits of mind and the methodologies of research; The seminar format of no more than 15 students reinforces the message that students are not passive recipients of knowledge but rather active contributors in their own learning. Liberal Learning requirements are grouped by diversity and community engagement goals that can be self-designed or designated as interdisciplinary concentrations.

Top students may enroll in TCNJ's Honors Program, designed to provide a core curriculum with additional challenges and opportunities for individualized work. Most honors classes take an interdisciplinary approach and encourage collaboration between faculty and students from multiple academic departments and disciplines. Independent study arrangements fall easily within the parameters of the Honors Program, as well.

In addition to full degree programs, students may also choose to complete a minor in most disciplines offered as majors or in other subject areas, such as Classical Studies, Comparative Literature, Religion, Public Administration, and Communication Disorders.

Specialized Programs

TCNJ offers a number of 5-year combined Master of Arts in Teaching degrees with dual certification in Elementary Education, and either Special Education, Urban Education, or Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Education. 5-year combined Master's programs are also offered in English and Public Health. Additionally, students may enroll in a 7-year BS/MD degree program with the New Jersey Medical School (Newark) or a 7-year BS/OD degree program with the State University of New York College of Optometry. The College offers a Medical Careers Advisory Committee for premed students and a Pre-Law Advisement Committee for students planning a career in law. 64 percent of TCNJ undergraduates seeking Admission into Medical School and 88 percent of TCNJ undergraduates seeking Admission into Law School are accepted into their top choice programs. Both of these figures significantly exceed national averages.

What students say

A strong liberal arts curriculum forms the core of an education at the beautiful College of New Jersey, where almost 7,000 undergraduates can choose from more than 50 programs spread across the college's seven schools. All courses take "a meticulous approach" to the subject at hand, and the small class sizes "foster close relationships between students and professors," contributing to the college's incredibly high retention rate. The programs here are well-respected and each major provides "a great foundation for people who may look for jobs right out of college." Professional development seminars are "typically packed," and "the competition for on-campus interviews for internships is incredible." TCNJ is a college where students can expect "academic rigor and opportunities to take part in multiple organizations, research, and to grow," but, ultimately, "the college is what a person can make of it."

The professors at TCNJ are "always welcoming and friendly" and "intend to help with any questions or problems a student has." They "put in the effort to help the student succeed," and "programs are very fleshed out and rigorous," as well as being "able to prepare us very well for our careers." Within majors like engineering, nursing, and the sciences, "there is little room to slack off," but all who go here find "a fair balance of academic life with socialness, athletics, or relaxing time." Students also "tend to engage fully in supplementary programs (i.e., lecture, awareness, volunteer, celebratory, or other campus events) often affiliated with their major."

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Student/Faculty
14 : 1
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Total Faculty
804
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Terminal Degree
387

Gender to Class Inforamtion

Women
418
Men
386
Minority
162
International
0

Class/Lab sizes

Most frequent class size
10-19
Most frequent lab/sub section size
10-19

Rating

Professors
interesting rating
89/99
Professors
accesible rating
92/99
Academic rating
82/99

Graduation Rates

Graduate in 4 years
76%
Graduate in 5 years
84%
Graduate in 6 years
85%

University Degrees

Bachelor's
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate

Majors and Degrees Offered

Accountancy African-American Studies Art History Art Education Biology Biomedical Engineering Business Administration specializations in Finance, Interdisciplinary Business, Management, and Marketing Chemistry Civil Engineering Communication Studies Computer Engineering Computer Science Criminology Early Childhood Education Economics Education of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Electrical Engineering Elementary Education Engineering Science &ndash
specializations in Engineering Management, and Policy & Society English Health & Exercise Science History Interactive Multimedia International Studies Integrative-STEM Education (iSTEM Education) Journalism and Professional Writing Mathematics Mechanical Engineering Music Nursing Philosophy Physics Political Science Psychology Public Health Self-Designed Major Sociology Spanish Special Education Speech Pathology and Audiology Technology Education / Pre-Engineering Urban Education Visual Arts &ndash
options available in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, and Lens-Based Art Women's &#38
Gender Studies
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Location


Neoclassical Georgian Colonial architecture, meticulous landscaping and intentional design merge to meet the evolving needs of the TCNJ community. Students enjoy a campus with 289 acres of trees, lakes, and open spaces within the suburban setting of Ewing Township, New Jersey. Two out of three undergraduate students take part in the on-campus residence hall experience. The residence halls vary in configuration from the first-year towers to suites and townhouse arrangements for upper class students. The College ensures that on-campus housing is available to all students in their first two years, with out-of-state students guaranteed to receive housing for all four years of study.

Nearby cities, such as Princeton, Trenton, Philadelphia, and New York, allow for abundant entertainment, employment, and social options. Many courses incorporate field trips to New York City or Washington DC.

Adding an attractive downtown component to an already appealing campus, Campus Town offers students brand new residential opportunities, a pristine Barnes and Noble bookstore and cafe, and a comprehensive fitness center. Retail and dining establishments such as Panera Bread, Yummy Sushi, and Redberry Yogurt have been incorporated as well.

Campus Facilities & Equipment


Learning, like everything else, is contextual. The surroundings in which students learn and the tools they use influence their experience. Not surprisingly, the College supports its educational aspirations with careful attention to the quality of its facilities. Since the year 2000, more than $250 million in ongoing and new facilities construction has ensured that TCNJ students continue to thrive in an environment that not only meets their academic, athletic, social and living needs, but extends their reach resulting in higher scholarship, better health and fitness, closer community, and greater comfort.

Recent additions to campus include Campus Town, a newly renovated student center, and a state-of-the-art STEM Complex.

Off-Campus Opportunities


TCNJ fosters global engagement with a robust offering of programs that build students' intercultural competence. For education abroad, TCNJ offers an extensive portfolio of short-term and long-term opportunities through study abroad partnerships, faculty-led programs, global student teaching, and internships. TCNJ welcomes global students and provides support services such as personalized language support and academic advising.

Mentored internships, both on and off campus, expose students to career options as they gain professional skills. With the College's location providing easy access to New York, Philadelphia, and other corporate centers, numerous internships are available either for pay or college credit.

Faculty mentors lend their advice and help students locate and procure appropriate opportunities including fellowships, research positions and internships. Students may also use resources at the Career Center to find positions in New York, Philadelphia, or with one of TCNJ's many corporate, government, or research partners located closer to campus.

What students say:

The TCNJ campus is "very beautiful and very unified," and students can walk everywhere (first-years aren't allowed to have cars). Students typically have Wednesdays off, during which time they schedule meetings with professors, attend a study group, or just relax. Students have plenty of activities to fill their day like "going to the gym, fishing, running, sleeping, watching a movie, ice cream party, [visiting] friends, [or] extra readings." Greek life is popular at TCNJ, and "there are always philanthropy events to go to." The College Union Board "does a lot of weekend and daily programming for students," including "Lions Latenight" which hosts weekly movies in the Student Center and "events for students to get free stuff." Though some facilities are in need at least of a face-lift, the "housing has improved in some on-campus residential buildings and more will be renovated in the upcoming several years." The suburban setting means that "many people do go home during the weekend." Campus is only about thirty minutes away from Philadelphia, meaning that those who do stick around on weekends are close to "malls, restaurants, and movie theaters, which are all easily accessible through the highway nearby." Dorm living is popular, and students "often have movie and game board nights in their own dorms/ apartments."

Fire safety rating
98%
Quality of life
90%
Students
44%
First-Year Students
83%
Campus Environment
Suburban
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes

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Hosting Features

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Apartment Single
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Dorms Coed
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International Student
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Theme Housing
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Wellness Housing

Special Needs Admissions

Director
Megan Guiry
College Entrance Tests Required
Yes
Interview Required
No

Student Activities

Registered Student Organizations
230
Number of Honor Societies
12
Number of Social Sororities
14
Number of Religious Organizations
6
Join a fraternity
21%
Join a sorority
16%

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Athletic Division III

Men's Sports (Lions)

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Basketball
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Diving
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Football
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Soccer
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Wrestling

Women's Sports (Lions)

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Softball
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Health
Womens Center
Minority Support Groups
LGBT Support Groups

Military

Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Princeton University
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Rutgers University

Sustainability

School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
No
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Public GHG inventory plan
Yes
% food budget spent on local/organic food
71%

Green rating

87/99

Available Transportation Alternatives

Bike Share
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Car Sharing Program
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Incentives Or Programs To Encourage Employees To Live Close To Campus
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School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling
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School Developed Bicycle Plan
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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.

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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
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Fee for Network Use
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Partnerships with Technology Companies
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Personal computer included in tuition for each student
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Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
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Description Dell, Apple, Epson, HP

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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

Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR)
Not Reported

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
Not Reported

SafeTALK
Not Reported

Mental Health First Aid
Not Reported

Talk Saves Lives
Not Reported

Engaging the Whole Campus

Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported

Clinicians are trained to provide care to these specific groups:
Undergraduates
Graduate students
Racial/ethnic minority student
Students who are veterans
LGBTQIA+ students
Student-athletes
International students
Students on scholarship or financial aid
First-generation students

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

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Campus Visits Contact

Location Icon
Admissions - Trenton Hall P.O. Box 7718 Ewing, NJ 08628
Email icon
tcnjinfo@tcnj.edu
Phone icon
609-771-2131

Campus Tours

Campus Visiting Center

Phone icon
609-771-2131

Campus Tours

Appointment Required:
Yes
Dates:
Year-round
Times:
Varies
Average Length:
2 hours

Visits

CLASS VISITS

Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

FACULTY AND COACH VISITS

Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact the academic department or athletics department to arrange a visit with faculty or coaches.
Advance Notice
1 week
 

On Campus Interview

Campus Interviews:
No
Information Sessions:
Available
Times:
At the begining of every tour

Overnight Dorm Stays

Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Limitations
Only offered to admitted students

Campus Tours


TYPES OF TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE TO CAMPUS

AREA TRANSPORTATION CENTERS Air: Trenton Mercer Airport: 800/644-3562 Newark International Airport Directions from Newark: Take AirTrain airport shuttle/monorail to Newark International Airport Station. From the Station take NJ Transit to Trenton Train Station. Cost: $12.35-$12.65 one way. Philadelphia International Airport Directions from Philadelphia: Take Septa Transit R1 train to 30th Street Station. From 30th Street take Septa Transit R7 train to Trenton Train Station. Cost: $9-10 one way. John F. Kennedy International Airport Directions from JFK: Take Subway train "A" to New York Penn Station. From the Station take NJ Transit train to Trenton Train Station. Cost: $11.00-$12.00 one way. Rail: Trenton Station: Amtrak: 800/872-7245 NJ Transit: 800/772-2222 Directions to TCNJ from Trenton: From Trenton Train Station a taxi is $12.50 to the TCNJ Campus, and will take 10 minutes, or take NJ Transit Bus #601 to TCNJ which costs $1.10 and will take approximately 20 minutes. Bus: NJ Transit-Mercer: 800/772-2222


LOCAL ACCOMMODATIONS

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What students say

With its strong academic focus, The College of New Jersey produces “successful and prepared graduates.” Professors “often email students with internship…opportunities,” and students praise the plethora of internships available and the study abroad options, which help connect them to the global job market. The school’s Career Center puts on events such as the Fall Engineering and Computer Science Networking Event, the Fall Opportunities Fair, and Industry Networking Days. Its many employer-partnerships feed into a robust and organized recruitment program. Students can access available job opportunities via Handshake and apply for paid micro-internships to flesh out their experience. According to one Political Science major, students “think about their futures here at TCNJ, and they’re always wondering what the next step will be” when it comes to jobs or graduate school. According to PayScale.com, 50 percent of College of New Jersey graduates would describe their careers as helping to improve the world, with a median starting salary of $70,500.

Graduation Rates

Graduate in 4 years
76%
Graduate in 5 years
84%
Graduate in 6 years
85%

Career Services

01 - Alumni Services
02 - Classes
03 - Interest Inventory
04 - Internships

Opportunities at School

01 - Experiential
02 - Internship

ROI & Outcomes Information from PayScale

Starting Median Salary (Up to Bachelor's degree completed, only)
$73,400
Mid-Career Median Salary (Up to Bachelor's degree completed, only)
$122,400
Starting Median Salary (At least Bachelor's degree)
$75,700
Mid-Career Median Salary (At least Bachelor's degree)
$130,900
Percent High Job Meaning
46%
Percent STEM
18%
Return on Investment (ROI) rating
89/99

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01 AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.

  • African-American/Black Studies.
  • Women's Studies.
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02 BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.

  • Biology, General.
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03 BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.

  • Business Administration and Management, General.
  • Marketing.
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04 COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.

  • Communication, General.
  • Journalism.
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05 COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.

  • Computer Science.
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06 EDUCATION.

  • Art Teacher Education.
  • Biology Teacher Education.
  • Chemistry Teacher Education.
  • Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
  • Education, General.
  • Education/Teaching of Individuals with Hearing Impairments Including Deafness.
  • Elementary Education and Teaching.
  • English/Language Arts Teacher Education.
  • Health Teacher Education.
  • History Teacher Education.
  • Mathematics Teacher Education.
  • Music Teacher Education.
  • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching.
  • Physics Teacher Education.
  • Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education.
  • Spanish Language Teacher Education.
  • Special Education and Teaching, General.
  • Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other.
  • Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education.
  • Urban Education and Leadership.
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07 ENGINEERING.

  • Biomedical/Medical Engineering.
  • Civil Engineering, General.
  • Computer Engineering, General.
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • Engineering Science.
  • Mechanical Engineering.
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08 ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.

  • English Language and Literature, General.
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09 FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.

  • Spanish Language and Literature.
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10 HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.

  • Nursing Science.
  • Pre-Dentistry Studies.
  • Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies.
  • Public Health, General.
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11 HISTORY.

  • History, General.
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12 MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.

  • Mathematics, General.
  • Statistics, General.
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13 MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.

  • Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
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14 PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.

  • Kinesiology and Exercise Science.
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15 PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.

  • Philosophy and Religious Studies, General.
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16 PHYSICAL SCIENCES.

  • Chemistry, General.
  • Physics, General.
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17 PSYCHOLOGY.

  • Psychology, General.
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18 SOCIAL SCIENCES.

  • Criminology.
  • Economics, General.
  • International Relations and Affairs.
  • Political Science and Government, General.
  • Sociology.
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19 VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.

  • Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
  • Art/Art Studies, General.
  • Intermedia/Multimedia.
  • Music, General.

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Financial
Aid Rating

75%

Dates

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Application DeadlinesOct 1
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Notification DateJun 1

Required Forms

FAFSA

Over 50 percent of full-time undergraduates benefit from financial aid, whether from merit-based scholarships, work-study programs, loans, or government/institutional grants. All students seeking financial aid at the state or federal level must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form or renewal FAFSA to apply. The Title IV FAFSA Code for The College is 002642.

TCNJ also offers institutional need-based scholarships. Institutional need-based aid considerations are made based on information from the FAFSA.

Students may compete for the College's merit scholarships. These awards are offered to those applicants with top SAT/ACT scores and class rankings. Over the last six years, TCNJ has given scholarships totaling more than $30 million.

Financial Aid Statistics

Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$15,835
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$13,722
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,270
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
59%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$39,965
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$15,835
Financial aid provided to international students
No

Available Aid

Financial Aid Methodology
Scholarships and Grants

Need-Based Aid

01 - Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
02 - Need-Based Federal Pell
03 - Need-Based Private Scholarships
04 - Need-Based SEOG
05 - Need-Based State Scholarships

No-Need-Based

01 - Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available

Federal Direct Student Loan Programs

01 - Direct PLUS Loans
02 - Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
03 - Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans

Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL):

01 - Federal Nursing Loans
02 - State Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes

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01. Overview

From the School

The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) has created a culture of constant questioning. In small classes, students and faculty members collaborate in a rewarding process. They seek to understand fundamental principles, apply key concepts, reveal new problems and pursue lines of inquiry to gain a fluency of thought in their disciplines. This transformative process is at the core of the educational experience at The College.

In order to enhance student development and empowerment, TCNJ's curriculum is built around five key experiences which permeate every major across seven academic schools. Small classes prioritizing discussion and inquiry create a Personalized, Rigorous, and Collaborative Learning Environment where students and faculty work side by side in developing skills and applying concepts. Undergraduate Research, Mentored Internships, and Field Experiences give TCNJ students opportunities to get out of the classroom, develop their professional skill sets, and discover exciting career paths and academic endeavors. Passion for civic responsibility and a commitment to Community-Engaged Learning ensures that TCNJ graduates enter the professional world as top-notch scholars and citizens. Opportunities for Global Engagement found on campus and facilitated through internationally recognized study-abroad programs allow students to expand their internal scope and frame their academic goals and achievements in a truly global context. Finally, academic and extracurricular programs designed to foster Leadership Development help students build confidence and decision-making skills that they will need to solve the problems of tomorrow and build a brighter future.

TCNJ admits a diverse class each year full of ambitious students, eager to build on their educational foundations and dive into new topics. These students will ultimately find a home away from home on campus, and ninety-five percent of first-year students will return for their second year. The most successful admits are prepared to steer their own academic pursuits toward post-graduation goals of graduate school, professional training, or satisfying careers.

Prestigious graduate schools, including the University of Pennsylvania, Georgetown Law School, Maxwell School at Syracuse University, NYU Law School, and Harvard, Yale, and Northwestern Universities, routinely welcome TCNJ alumni into their ranks. TCNJ graduates boast a 64% acceptance rate into Medical School and an 88% acceptance rate into Law School.

Many top corporations recruit TCNJ graduates, providing avenues into rewarding jobs directly after graduation. Other barometers of student success include the 100 percent pass rate of education majors taking the state teacher preparation test and the 94 percent three-year pass rate for nursing students obtaining their license. The numerous learning opportunities at The College prepare students to prosper in any arena after the completion of their undergraduate career.

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02. Rankings

Rankings and Lists

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Admissions

From the School:


The admissions committee at TCNJ accepts a class of motivated, ambitious, and highly talented students. Most successful applicants have taken 16 college-preparatory units in high school, demonstrating mastery of the core academic areas of Science, Math, Language Arts, Social Sciences, and Foreign Languages. They also show impressive class ranks and SAT/ACT scores. Most students admitted fall within the top 20 percent of their graduating class. The committee also considers extracurricular involvement, individual pursuits, and community participation. Standardized test scores are not required for students applying into the Art or Music disciplines.

The College of New Jersey accepts applications via The Common Application and The Coalition Application. The application deadline for Spring enrollment is November 1. The Regular Decision application deadline for Fall enrollment is February 1. There is a $65 application fee. Candidates who apply only to The College of New Jersey under the Early Decision agreement may apply before November 1 and will be notified on or before December 1. Early Decision applicants unable to complete and submit their application prior to November 1 may also choose to apply before January 1 and receive notification on or before February 1. Students applying to the seven-year Accelerated Medical program must apply by November 1. For Fall enrollment, the College requires incoming students to pay an enrollment deposit of $600 no later than May 1.

For more information, students should contact:

The College of New Jersey
P.O. Box 7718
Ewing, New Jersey 08628-0718
United States
Phone: 609-771-2131
Website: https://tcnj.pages.tcnj.edu

Applicants Icon
Applicants
12,766
Acceptance Icon
Acceptance Rate
62%

Deadlines

Early Decision
November 1
Regular
February 1

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SAT & ACT Test Scores

SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
570 - 670

SAT Math

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
570 - 670

SAT Composite Scores

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
1140 - 1230

ACT Composite Scores

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
26 - 31

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Testing Policies

Superscore ACT
No
Superscore SAT
Yes
Standardized testing policy for
use in admission:
Test Optional

Other Admission Factors Academic

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Class Rank

Non-Academic

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Extracurricular Activities
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Volunteer Work

Selectivity

Admissions selectivity rating
89/99

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From the School


A Liberal Learning Curriculum ensures that all students are grounded in the values of civic responsibility, intellectual and scholarly growth, and that they receive a well-rounded education in the liberal arts.

TCNJ's innovative curriculum requires students to complete fewer courses, while adding depth to each course pursued. All courses contain significant out-of-class requirements that provide for student and faculty interaction. Small classes enable dialog between students and TCNJ's accomplished teaching faculty. All courses are led by active faculty; no courses are taught by graduate students or Teacher's Assistants. The College shapes its curricula and educational experiences around the concept of Personalized, Collaborative, and Rigorous Intellectual Development.

The required First-Year Seminar, the cornerstone of The College's Liberal Learning program, introduces students to the habits of mind and the methodologies of research; The seminar format of no more than 15 students reinforces the message that students are not passive recipients of knowledge but rather active contributors in their own learning. Liberal Learning requirements are grouped by diversity and community engagement goals that can be self-designed or designated as interdisciplinary concentrations.

Top students may enroll in TCNJ's Honors Program, designed to provide a core curriculum with additional challenges and opportunities for individualized work. Most honors classes take an interdisciplinary approach and encourage collaboration between faculty and students from multiple academic departments and disciplines. Independent study arrangements fall easily within the parameters of the Honors Program, as well.

In addition to full degree programs, students may also choose to complete a minor in most disciplines offered as majors or in other subject areas, such as Classical Studies, Comparative Literature, Religion, Public Administration, and Communication Disorders.

Specialized Programs

TCNJ offers a number of 5-year combined Master of Arts in Teaching degrees with dual certification in Elementary Education, and either Special Education, Urban Education, or Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Education. 5-year combined Master's programs are also offered in English and Public Health. Additionally, students may enroll in a 7-year BS/MD degree program with the New Jersey Medical School (Newark) or a 7-year BS/OD degree program with the State University of New York College of Optometry. The College offers a Medical Careers Advisory Committee for premed students and a Pre-Law Advisement Committee for students planning a career in law. 64 percent of TCNJ undergraduates seeking Admission into Medical School and 88 percent of TCNJ undergraduates seeking Admission into Law School are accepted into their top choice programs. Both of these figures significantly exceed national averages.

What students say

A strong liberal arts curriculum forms the core of an education at the beautiful College of New Jersey, where almost 7,000 undergraduates can choose from more than 50 programs spread across the college's seven schools. All courses take "a meticulous approach" to the subject at hand, and the small class sizes "foster close relationships between students and professors," contributing to the college's incredibly high retention rate. The programs here are well-respected and each major provides "a great foundation for people who may look for jobs right out of college." Professional development seminars are "typically packed," and "the competition for on-campus interviews for internships is incredible." TCNJ is a college where students can expect "academic rigor and opportunities to take part in multiple organizations, research, and to grow," but, ultimately, "the college is what a person can make of it."

The professors at TCNJ are "always welcoming and friendly" and "intend to help with any questions or problems a student has." They "put in the effort to help the student succeed," and "programs are very fleshed out and rigorous," as well as being "able to prepare us very well for our careers." Within majors like engineering, nursing, and the sciences, "there is little room to slack off," but all who go here find "a fair balance of academic life with socialness, athletics, or relaxing time." Students also "tend to engage fully in supplementary programs (i.e., lecture, awareness, volunteer, celebratory, or other campus events) often affiliated with their major."

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Student/Faculty
14 : 1
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Total Faculty
804
Terminal Degree Icon
Terminal Degree
387

Gender to Class Inforamtion

Women
418
Men
386
Minority
162
International
0

Class/Lab sizes

Most frequent class size
10-19
Most frequent lab/sub section size
10-19

Rating

Professors
interesting rating
89/99
Professors
accesible rating
92/99
Academic rating
82/99

Graduation Rates

Graduate in 4 years
76%
Graduate in 5 years
84%
Graduate in 6 years
85%

University Degrees

Bachelor's
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate

Majors and Degrees Offered

Accountancy African-American Studies Art History Art Education Biology Biomedical Engineering Business Administration specializations in Finance, Interdisciplinary Business, Management, and Marketing Chemistry Civil Engineering Communication Studies Computer Engineering Computer Science Criminology Early Childhood Education Economics Education of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Electrical Engineering Elementary Education Engineering Science &ndash
specializations in Engineering Management, and Policy & Society English Health & Exercise Science History Interactive Multimedia International Studies Integrative-STEM Education (iSTEM Education) Journalism and Professional Writing Mathematics Mechanical Engineering Music Nursing Philosophy Physics Political Science Psychology Public Health Self-Designed Major Sociology Spanish Special Education Speech Pathology and Audiology Technology Education / Pre-Engineering Urban Education Visual Arts &ndash
options available in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, and Lens-Based Art Women's &#38
Gender Studies
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Prominent Alumni

Joe Ecker

member of the National Academy of the Sciences

Holly Black

Author of 'The Spiderwick Chronicles'

Andy Polansky

President of Weber Shandwick

Sheila Callaghan

Whiting Prize Winner

James J. Florio

Former New Jersey Governor

Chris Smith

Congressman

Tom McCarthy

Philadelphia Phillies Broadcaster

Joe Ecker

member of the National Academy of the Sciences

Holly Black

Author of 'The Spiderwick Chronicles'

Andy Polansky

President of Weber Shandwick

Sheila Callaghan

Whiting Prize Winner

James J. Florio

Former New Jersey Governor

Chris Smith

Congressman

Tom McCarthy

Philadelphia Phillies Broadcaster

Joe Ecker

member of the National Academy of the Sciences

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From The School


Classroom learning at TCNJ is complemented by an extensive and acclaimed Leadership Development Program. Life outside the classroom is not something students do on the side. It is an extension of the learning experience. At every turn from the first year on, students blur the boundary between living and learning, closing the gap between "scholar" and "citizen."

More than 250 student organizations flourish at The College. Right off the bat, students are encouraged to discover their passion through the various clubs and activities offered. Anyone can find an intramural sports team, Greek organization, cultural club, or academic group to suit their interests. Many students build friendships as well as personal networks and optimize their leisure time participating in these groups. In addition, the College Union Board-administered by TCNJ students-organizes large-scale events including concerts, performances, and comedy shows.

The College's highly successful Division III athletic programs also provide an opportunity to socialize and cheer on fellow classmates. TCNJ fields ten sports for men and ten for women. With more than 40 national titles, The College holds the record for the highest number of championship and runner-up titles since Division III was implemented in 1979. For those looking for something a little less competitive, intramural and club sports, including flag football, volleyball, softball, floor hockey, and basketball, have thriving coed leagues of their own. Intramural and club teams play in state, regional, and national tournaments.

What students say:

For the most part, the students here are "very driven to do their work and get good grades." Although students' opinions on how diverse the campus is vary, everyone "still gets along and accepts each other." Students at TCNJ create "a community of support that allow each other to grow academically and socially." There's "a real sense of school spirit and camaraderie" and inclusivity, and "we don't have a cliquey feeling or vibe." The college features "several organizations dedicated to the LGBTQ+ community" as well as organizations supporting "multiple different ethnic communities." While the school has multiple sports teams, the student body is "generally not interested in sports," and "all games, with the exception of Homecoming, are sparsely attended."

Gender

55% female45% male

Out of State

5% are out
of state
95% are
in-state

Students

98% are
full time
2% are
part time

Student Body Profile

Total Undergraduate Enrollment
7,435
Foreign Countries Represented
32

Student Body Demographics

American Indian or Alaskan Native
0.03%
Asian
10.34%
Black
5.87%
Hispanic
17.79%
Caucasian
58.58%
Unknown
3.53%
International
0.83%

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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

Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR)
Not Reported

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
Not Reported

SafeTALK
Not Reported

Mental Health First Aid
Not Reported

Talk Saves Lives
Not Reported

Engaging the Whole Campus

Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported

Clinicians are trained to provide care to these specific groups:
Undergraduates
Graduate students
Racial/ethnic minority student
Students who are veterans
LGBTQIA+ students
Student-athletes
International students
Students on scholarship or financial aid
First-generation students

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
else {
Not Reported
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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

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Location


Neoclassical Georgian Colonial architecture, meticulous landscaping and intentional design merge to meet the evolving needs of the TCNJ community. Students enjoy a campus with 289 acres of trees, lakes, and open spaces within the suburban setting of Ewing Township, New Jersey. Two out of three undergraduate students take part in the on-campus residence hall experience. The residence halls vary in configuration from the first-year towers to suites and townhouse arrangements for upper class students. The College ensures that on-campus housing is available to all students in their first two years, with out-of-state students guaranteed to receive housing for all four years of study.

Nearby cities, such as Princeton, Trenton, Philadelphia, and New York, allow for abundant entertainment, employment, and social options. Many courses incorporate field trips to New York City or Washington DC.

Adding an attractive downtown component to an already appealing campus, Campus Town offers students brand new residential opportunities, a pristine Barnes and Noble bookstore and cafe, and a comprehensive fitness center. Retail and dining establishments such as Panera Bread, Yummy Sushi, and Redberry Yogurt have been incorporated as well.

Campus Facilities & Equipment


Learning, like everything else, is contextual. The surroundings in which students learn and the tools they use influence their experience. Not surprisingly, the College supports its educational aspirations with careful attention to the quality of its facilities. Since the year 2000, more than $250 million in ongoing and new facilities construction has ensured that TCNJ students continue to thrive in an environment that not only meets their academic, athletic, social and living needs, but extends their reach resulting in higher scholarship, better health and fitness, closer community, and greater comfort.

Recent additions to campus include Campus Town, a newly renovated student center, and a state-of-the-art STEM Complex.

Off-Campus Opportunities


TCNJ fosters global engagement with a robust offering of programs that build students' intercultural competence. For education abroad, TCNJ offers an extensive portfolio of short-term and long-term opportunities through study abroad partnerships, faculty-led programs, global student teaching, and internships. TCNJ welcomes global students and provides support services such as personalized language support and academic advising.

Mentored internships, both on and off campus, expose students to career options as they gain professional skills. With the College's location providing easy access to New York, Philadelphia, and other corporate centers, numerous internships are available either for pay or college credit.

Faculty mentors lend their advice and help students locate and procure appropriate opportunities including fellowships, research positions and internships. Students may also use resources at the Career Center to find positions in New York, Philadelphia, or with one of TCNJ's many corporate, government, or research partners located closer to campus.

What students say:

The TCNJ campus is "very beautiful and very unified," and students can walk everywhere (first-years aren't allowed to have cars). Students typically have Wednesdays off, during which time they schedule meetings with professors, attend a study group, or just relax. Students have plenty of activities to fill their day like "going to the gym, fishing, running, sleeping, watching a movie, ice cream party, [visiting] friends, [or] extra readings." Greek life is popular at TCNJ, and "there are always philanthropy events to go to." The College Union Board "does a lot of weekend and daily programming for students," including "Lions Latenight" which hosts weekly movies in the Student Center and "events for students to get free stuff." Though some facilities are in need at least of a face-lift, the "housing has improved in some on-campus residential buildings and more will be renovated in the upcoming several years." The suburban setting means that "many people do go home during the weekend." Campus is only about thirty minutes away from Philadelphia, meaning that those who do stick around on weekends are close to "malls, restaurants, and movie theaters, which are all easily accessible through the highway nearby." Dorm living is popular, and students "often have movie and game board nights in their own dorms/ apartments."

Fire safety rating
98%
Quality of life
90%
Students
44%
First-Year Students
83%
Campus Environment
Suburban
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes

Most Popular Places On Campus

Arts and Multimedia Building

Student Center

Athletic Center

Library

New Science Complex

Arts and Multimedia Building

Student Center

Athletic Center

Library

New Science Complex

Arts and Multimedia Building

Most Popular Places Off Campus

New Hope, PA

Jersey Shore / Six Flags - Great Adventure

Downtown Princeton

Local Shopping/Restaurants

Waterfront Park

New Hope, PA

Jersey Shore / Six Flags - Great Adventure

Downtown Princeton

Local Shopping/Restaurants

Waterfront Park

New Hope, PA

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Campus Visits Contact

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Campus Visiting Center

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Campus Tours

Appointment Required:
Yes
Dates:
Year-round
Times:
Varies
Average Length:
2 hours

Visits

CLASS VISITS

Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

FACULTY AND COACH VISITS

Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact the academic department or athletics department to arrange a visit with faculty or coaches.
Advance Notice
1 week
 

On Campus Interview

Campus Interviews:
No
Information Sessions:
Available
Times:
At the begining of every tour

Overnight Dorm Stays

Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Limitations
Only offered to admitted students

Campus Tours


TYPES OF TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE TO CAMPUS

AREA TRANSPORTATION CENTERS Air: Trenton Mercer Airport: 800/644-3562 Newark International Airport Directions from Newark: Take AirTrain airport shuttle/monorail to Newark International Airport Station. From the Station take NJ Transit to Trenton Train Station. Cost: $12.35-$12.65 one way. Philadelphia International Airport Directions from Philadelphia: Take Septa Transit R1 train to 30th Street Station. From 30th Street take Septa Transit R7 train to Trenton Train Station. Cost: $9-10 one way. John F. Kennedy International Airport Directions from JFK: Take Subway train "A" to New York Penn Station. From the Station take NJ Transit train to Trenton Train Station. Cost: $11.00-$12.00 one way. Rail: Trenton Station: Amtrak: 800/872-7245 NJ Transit: 800/772-2222 Directions to TCNJ from Trenton: From Trenton Train Station a taxi is $12.50 to the TCNJ Campus, and will take 10 minutes, or take NJ Transit Bus #601 to TCNJ which costs $1.10 and will take approximately 20 minutes. Bus: NJ Transit-Mercer: 800/772-2222


LOCAL ACCOMMODATIONS

Hotels SpringHill Suites by Marriott at Ewing/PrincetonSouth (1.8 miles from campus) I-95 Exit 4 (Rt 31/Pennington Road South) GPS use 2250 Pennington Road & follow Charles Ewing Blvd 1000 Charles Ewing Boulevard Ewing, NJ 08628 (609) 530-0900 www.ewingspringhill.com Courtyard Marriott-Ewing Hopewell (2.5 miles from campus) 360 Scotch Road Trenton, NJ 08628 Phone 609-716-9100 Fax 609-716-8745 www.courtyardprinceton.com Element Ewing Hopewell (2.5 miles from campus) 1000 Sam Weinroth Road East Ewing, New Jersey 08628 (609) 671-0050 www.elementhotels.com Trenton Marriott at Lafayette Yard (4 miles from campus) 1 West Lafayette Street Trenton, NJ 08608 (609) 421-4000 Inn at Glencairn Bed & Breakfast (5 miles from campus) 3301 Lawrenceville Road Princeton, NJ 08540 (609) 497-1737 www.innatglencairn.com Chauncey Conference Center (5 miles from campus) Rosedale Road Princeton, NJ 08541 (609) 921-3600 (800) 422-6338 http://www.ahl-chauncey.com/ Comfort Inn (6 miles from campus) R3270 U.S. Route 1 & Quaker Bridge Mall Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 (609) 896-3700 http://www.comfortinn.com/hotel-lawrenceville-new_jersey-NJ216 Red Roof Inn (6 miles from campus) 3203 US Route 1 Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 (609) 896-3388 http://www.redroof.com/ Hyatt Place Princeton (8 Miles from campus) 3565 U.S. Route 1 Princeton, NJ 08540 (609) 720-0200 (800) 833-1516 http://princeton.place.hyatt.com/ Courtyard by Marriott (8.5 miles from campus) 3815 U.S. Route 1 and Mapleton Road Princeton, NJ 08540 609-716-7662 (800) 222-1131 http://www.marriott.com/courtyard/travel.mi Howard Johnson Inn (9 miles from campus) Route 1 South Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 (609) 896-1100 http://www.hojo.com/HowardJohnson/control/home Carnegie Center Princeton Hyatt (9 miles from campus) 102 Carnegie Center US Route 1 Princeton, NJ 08542 (609) 987-1234 http://www.princeton.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/index.jsp


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Athletic Division III

Men's Sports (Lions)

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Wrestling

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Hosting Features

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Apartment Single
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Dorms Coed
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International Student
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Theme Housing
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Wellness Housing

Special Needs Admissions

Director
Megan Guiry
College Entrance Tests Required
Yes
Interview Required
No

Student Activities

Registered Student Organizations
230
Number of Honor Societies
12
Number of Social Sororities
14
Number of Religious Organizations
6
Join a fraternity
21%
Join a sorority
16%

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Health
Womens Center

Minority Support Groups
LGBT Support Groups

Military

Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Princeton University
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Rutgers University

Sustainability

School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
No
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Public GHG inventory plan
Yes
% food budget spent on local/organic food
71%

Green rating

87/99

Available Transportation Alternatives

Bike Share
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Car Sharing Program
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Incentives Or Programs To Encourage Employees To Live Close To Campus
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School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling
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School Developed Bicycle Plan
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Other Information

Campus-wide Internet Network
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Fee for Network Use
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Partnerships with Technology Companies
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Personal computer included in tuition for each student
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Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
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Financial
Aid Rating

75%

Dates

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Application DeadlinesOct 1
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Notification DateJun 1

Required Forms

FAFSA

Over 50 percent of full-time undergraduates benefit from financial aid, whether from merit-based scholarships, work-study programs, loans, or government/institutional grants. All students seeking financial aid at the state or federal level must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form or renewal FAFSA to apply. The Title IV FAFSA Code for The College is 002642.

TCNJ also offers institutional need-based scholarships. Institutional need-based aid considerations are made based on information from the FAFSA.

Students may compete for the College's merit scholarships. These awards are offered to those applicants with top SAT/ACT scores and class rankings. Over the last six years, TCNJ has given scholarships totaling more than $30 million.

Financial Aid Statistics

Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$15,835
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$13,722
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,270
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
59%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$39,965
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$15,835
Financial aid provided to international students
No

Available Aid

Financial Aid Methodology
Scholarships and Grants

Need-Based Aid

01 - Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
02 - Need-Based Federal Pell
03 - Need-Based Private Scholarships
04 - Need-Based SEOG
05 - Need-Based State Scholarships

No-Need-Based

01 - Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available

Federal Direct Student Loan Programs

01 - Direct PLUS Loans
02 - Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
03 - Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans

Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL):

01 - Federal Nursing Loans
02 - State Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes

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What students say

With its strong academic focus, The College of New Jersey produces “successful and prepared graduates.” Professors “often email students with internship…opportunities,” and students praise the plethora of internships available and the study abroad options, which help connect them to the global job market. The school’s Career Center puts on events such as the Fall Engineering and Computer Science Networking Event, the Fall Opportunities Fair, and Industry Networking Days. Its many employer-partnerships feed into a robust and organized recruitment program. Students can access available job opportunities via Handshake and apply for paid micro-internships to flesh out their experience. According to one Political Science major, students “think about their futures here at TCNJ, and they’re always wondering what the next step will be” when it comes to jobs or graduate school. According to PayScale.com, 50 percent of College of New Jersey graduates would describe their careers as helping to improve the world, with a median starting salary of $70,500.

Graduation Rates

Graduate in 4 years
76%
Graduate in 5 years
84%
Graduate in 6 years
85%

Career Services

01 - Alumni Services
02 - Classes
03 - Interest Inventory
04 - Internships

Opportunities at School

01 - Experiential
02 - Internship

ROI & Outcomes Information from PayScale

Starting Median Salary (Up to Bachelor's degree completed, only)
$73,400
Mid-Career Median Salary (Up to Bachelor's degree completed, only)
$122,400
Starting Median Salary (At least Bachelor's degree)
$75,700
Mid-Career Median Salary (At least Bachelor's degree)
$130,900
Percent High Job Meaning
46%
Percent STEM
18%
Return on Investment (ROI) rating
89/99

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01 AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.

  • African-American/Black Studies.
  • Women's Studies.
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02 BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.

  • Biology, General.
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03 BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.

  • Business Administration and Management, General.
  • Marketing.
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04 COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.

  • Communication, General.
  • Journalism.
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05 COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.

  • Computer Science.
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06 EDUCATION.

  • Art Teacher Education.
  • Biology Teacher Education.
  • Chemistry Teacher Education.
  • Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
  • Education, General.
  • Education/Teaching of Individuals with Hearing Impairments Including Deafness.
  • Elementary Education and Teaching.
  • English/Language Arts Teacher Education.
  • Health Teacher Education.
  • History Teacher Education.
  • Mathematics Teacher Education.
  • Music Teacher Education.
  • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching.
  • Physics Teacher Education.
  • Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education.
  • Spanish Language Teacher Education.
  • Special Education and Teaching, General.
  • Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other.
  • Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education.
  • Urban Education and Leadership.
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07 ENGINEERING.

  • Biomedical/Medical Engineering.
  • Civil Engineering, General.
  • Computer Engineering, General.
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • Engineering Science.
  • Mechanical Engineering.
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08 ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.

  • English Language and Literature, General.
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09 FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.

  • Spanish Language and Literature.
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10 HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.

  • Nursing Science.
  • Pre-Dentistry Studies.
  • Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies.
  • Public Health, General.
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11 HISTORY.

  • History, General.
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12 MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.

  • Mathematics, General.
  • Statistics, General.
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13 MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.

  • Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
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14 PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.

  • Kinesiology and Exercise Science.
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15 PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.

  • Philosophy and Religious Studies, General.
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16 PHYSICAL SCIENCES.

  • Chemistry, General.
  • Physics, General.
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17 PSYCHOLOGY.

  • Psychology, General.
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18 SOCIAL SCIENCES.

  • Criminology.
  • Economics, General.
  • International Relations and Affairs.
  • Political Science and Government, General.
  • Sociology.
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19 VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.

  • Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
  • Art/Art Studies, General.
  • Intermedia/Multimedia.
  • Music, General.

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