Admissions Overview
The admission process at The College of New Jersey has a 62% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. The College of New Jersey has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
62%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
11,668
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
21%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at The College of New Jersey has a 62% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at The College of New Jersey 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
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
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 The College of New Jersey. About 42% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,140 to 1,340. Additionally, about 4% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 25 to 31.
SAT Scores
42% of students submitted400
1600
1140 – 1340
200
800
570 – 670
200
800
570 – 670
ACT Scores
4% of students submitted1
36
25 – 31
1
36
25 – 29
Admission Statistics
11,668 students applied to TCNJ. Of those, 62% were accepted (7,251 students). Of these 7,251 accepted students, 1,547 chose to enroll.
11,668
Total Applicants
7,251
Students Admitted
1,547
Students Enrolled
62%
Acceptance Rate