Admissions Overview
The admission process at Kean University has a 83% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Kean University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
83%
Less Selective
Application Volume
10,485
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
23%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Kean University has a 83% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Kean University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$75
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Kean University. About 13% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 900 to 1,160. Additionally, about 1% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 16 to 25.
SAT Scores
13% of students submitted400
1600
900 – 1160
200
800
450 – 580
200
800
450 – 580
ACT Scores
1% of students submitted1
36
16 – 25
Admission Statistics
10,485 students applied to Kean. Of those, 83% were accepted (8,661 students). Of these 8,661 accepted students, 1,968 chose to enroll.
10,485
Total Applicants
8,661
Students Admitted
1,968
Students Enrolled
83%
Acceptance Rate