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Stockton University
Stockton University

Stockton University

Galloway, NJ, USA
Public
4 Year

Overview

With a main campus surrounded by the Pinelands National Reserve, Stockton University is a 4-year public institution in southern New Jersey. Stockton grants bachelor’s and graduate degrees in over 160 academic fields of study. To promote sustainability on campus, Stockton features one of the largest geothermal heating and cooling systems in the world as well as the first aquifer thermal energy storage system in the United States. For students interested in the fine and performing arts, Stockton is home to the Noyes Museum of Art and Stockton Performing Arts Center.

Acceptance Rate:
86%
Average Net Price:
$20,526
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.6
Average ACT Composite
23
Average SAT Composite
1119

Tuition, Cost & Aid

Affordability & Cost

Average Net Price
$20,526
Calculate your net cost
Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$15,532
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$23,420
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$15,332
Books and Supplies
$1250
Average Net Price By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$11,870
$30k - $48k
$11,789
$48k - $75k
$14,352
$75k - $110k
$23,842
$110k+
$25,497
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]

Aid & Grants

0
100
61%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
40%
Average Aid Per Year
$11,635
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
40%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,526
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$6,319

 

Students receiving state aid
40%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$6958
Students receiving federal aid
44%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,526
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$51,313,288
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$30,115,909

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
58%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$7,452
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$18,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$203
Students receiving federal loans
58%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,075
Average Other Loans Per Year
$15,206

 

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Public
  • Not for Profit
  • Coed

Need Aware

This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
0
100
86%
Acceptance Rate
9591
Students Applied
82%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
808
Transfer Students Admitted

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is checked
Yes
Test Optional
Item is checked
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Item is checked
Yes
AP Course Credit
Item is checked
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Item is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Application TypeApplication DeadlineReply Deadline
Fall Regular DecisionSeptember 1August 1
Spring Regular DecisionJanuary 1
Application Fee
$50
Fee waivers available
Applications Accepted
Common Application
Common Application
Online Application
Online Application

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
96%
Out-Of-State Students
3%
2%
Submitting ACT
28%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 23
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 1119
0
1600
SAT Percentiles

Math
25th
520
75th
620
Reading
25th
530
75th
630
3.6
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank

Top 10%
14
Top 25%
36
Top 50%
69
Students Enrolled By Household Income

< $30k
251
$30k - $48k
181
$48k - $75k
155
$75k - $110k
128
$110k+
299

Admissions Resources

Admissions: visit page
Admissions Email: [email protected]
Admissions Telephone: 609-652-4261
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
9,080
Total Number of Undergrads
8,138
0
100
58%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
74%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
16:1
US National: 21:1
Academic Calendar

Semester

Non Traditional Learning
  • Online Classes
  • Online Undergrad Degrees
  • Summer Sessions
  • Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
  • Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
  • Study Abroad
  • Honors Program
  • Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes

2-19 Students
29%
20-39 Students
67%
40-99 Students
2%
 

Degrees and Majors

MAJORS
48

Faculty Overview

0
100
89%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Male
Female
Ethnicity

African American
Asian/Pacific Islander
White
Hispanic
Unknown

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
39%
61%
Residency
In-State Students
96%
Out-Of-State Students
3%
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
30
Countries Represented
18
Ethnicity
African American
10%
Asian/Pacific Islander
7%
Hispanic
19%
White
58%
Multiracial
4%
Unknown
1%
Percent of First Generation Students
40%
Student Organizations
170
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Item is checked
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes

Housing

0
100
37%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
35%
Freshman Living on Campus

Athletics

Divisional Sports Nickname
Ospreys
School Colors
black and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
163
Total Female Athletes
202
Intramural Sports
4
Sports Club
8
Sports Team (Men)
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Crew-Rowing
  • Field Hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball
Stockton University Athletics: visit page

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Item is checked
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Item is checked
Yes

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$50,700
Top 5 Cities
Philadelphia
New York
Washington
Los Angeles
Baltimore
Top 5 Employers
Stockton University
AtlantiCare
Caesars Entertainment Corporation
TD
Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa
Top 5 Sectors
Operations
Business Development
Sales
Education
Healthcare Services
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$18,000
Loan Default Rate
4%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$203
There is a wide variety of courses available. When it comes time for me to register for classes, I am stuck because there are so many I want to take, and not enough time. I really love that Stockton encourages students to gain a breadth of knowledge by exploring different areas. When I attended instant-decision day the man who was reviewing my application and transcript told me that undeclared is the best way to go for the first semester. I strongly agree because without a set major right now, I am very open-minded and am trying many different things. As a result, I have taken a variety of different courses and have discovered a couple new areas that interest me, that I never would have thought twice about before. Additionally, the professors here are excellent, and passionate about teaching others. They really care about their students, and make it known.
Maria from Beachwood, NJ
Stockton University is a mid sized public school in a rural setting, despite being just 10 minutes away from Atlantic City. There's a variety of bachelor's and master's degree programs available, all at an affordable price. Additionally, there's always something to do whether it's events, clubs, sports, games, or even their many study abroad programs.
Angelica from Manchester, NJ
The professors that I have had so far have been great. Each teacher has taken time out of class to work with students who are struggling or need help in choosing which career they may pursue. Stockton College has an enormous amount of different classes to choose from and everyone is extremely friendly.
Colleen from Ringwood, NJ
Stockton is a welcoming environment in which students can thrive in not only their academics but their extracurricular activities. There are numerous options of things to do on this beautiful campus. It is a wonderful environment for all of us who attended Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, soon to be University.
Jessalee from Trenton, NJ
All of the teachers that I have had cared a lot about your learning. They take time to make sure you understand everything and know what is going on in the class.
Brittany from Riverside, NJ
As a double major in sciences, I have found my classes comparable, or even harder than some of my friend's classes who went to schools such as Rutgers. I have to study everyday in order to keep my GPA high. Most professors are very willing to help out if you are struggling, which is a benefit of the small class sizes that Stockton offers.
Residential Student
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey is an amazing college. The atmosphere is very inviting and promotes academic brilliance. The classes are varied and the professors are attentive.
George from Rochelle Park, NJ
Stockton University is a small university that is rapidly expanding. The average class size is smaller than most large schools, but the academic curricula are competitive with most other state schools. Ideal for both commuters and residents, Stockton is both affordable and distinctive.
Trevor from Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Stockton was an amazing experience for my undergraduate education. The school is located in the middle of the New Jersey Pine Barrens and offers a campus that reflects the institution's dedication to environmental preservation. An ever-expanding list of majors, minors, athletics, clubs, and activities keeps this liberal university interesting and relevant amongst the competition with NJ's other state schools.
Cory from Sicklerville, NJ
Stockton is has a very welcome and modern environment, and supports students of all backgrounds and affiliations. Many opportunities are offered to students to benefit them academically, such as Preceptor Advising day (each student is assigned an advisor based on their majors.) The classes Stockton offers are unique but may be hard to transfer to other schools, however most kids who end up leaving Stockton come back the following semester.
Lindsay from Somers Point, NJ