About
About Kean University
Kean University is a public university in Union, NJ, known for its high acceptance rate, test optional, and business and pre-med focus. With an acceptance rate of 83%, Kean is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,968 students each year. Kean is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 900–1160, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Kean offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $13,696 per year; the sticker price of $37,886 may look very different from what your family actually pays.
Admissions
Kean University acceptance rate and admitted student profile
accessible for most qualified applicants
Financial Aid & Cost
What Kean University actually costs your family
Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.
| Family Income | Sticker Price | Avg. Net Cost / yr |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | ~$38k/yr | $7.4k |
| 30k-48k | ~$38k/yr | $7.9k |
| 48k-75k | ~$38k/yr | $12.1k |
| 75k-110k | ~$38k/yr | $20.1k |
| 110k+ | ~$38k/yr | $20.1k |
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Outcomes & Campus
Student outcomes and campus profile
Student Body
Student body composition
Race & Ethnicity