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Caldwell University

Caldwell University

Caldwell, NJ · Suburb · 1,575 students
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$24,691
Average net priceYour net price
<30
30–48
48–75
75–110
110+
By household income — tap a bar
58%
Graduation rate
52% typical
$53,843
Earnings 10 years on
$51,562 typical
71%
Acceptance rate
81% typical · not scored
Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
About

Founded in the Catholic Dominican tradition, Caldwell University is a small, supportive liberal arts institution in suburban northern New Jersey best known for its standout programs in nursing, education, business, and psychology. The university particularly distinguishes itself through its pioneering Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Art Therapy programs, highlighted by an on-campus Center for Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis that offers exceptional clinical training and research opportunities. Campus culture is tight-knit, service-minded, and diverse, featuring active NCAA Division II athletics and the unique advantage of being located just twenty miles from the vast internship and professional networks of New York City.

Wikipedia:Caldwell University is a private Catholic university in Caldwell, New Jersey, United States. Founded in 1939 by the Sisters of St. Dominic, the university is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, chartered by the State of New Jersey, and registered with the Regents of the University of the State of New York. Caldwell offers 25 undergraduate and 30 graduate programs, including doctoral, master's, certificate, and certification programs, as well as online and distance learning options.

Location
Caldwell, NJ, 07006-6195 · Suburb campus
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Nearest airport from college
EWR · Newark
11 mi away
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Cost & aid
Cost of attendance
These figures are federal data and may be out of date.
YoursEveryone
Tuition & fees$40,848
Housing & food (on campus)$14,188
Books & supplies$1,000
Cost of attendance$54,073
Average net price$24,691
Same price for all students
Tuition & fees$40,848
Housing & food (on campus)$14,188
Books & supplies$1,000
Cost of attendance$54,073
Average net price$24,691
Net price by family income
$0–30k
$18,059
$30–48k
$18,000
$48–75k
$22,793
$75–110k
$31,425
$110k+
$30,449
Grants from the school
100% of first-years get a grant from the school, averaging $23,890
Source: College Navigator (U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS)
Outcomes
Completion
Within 6 yrs
58%
Within 4 yrs
44%
Back for yr 2
77%
Transferred
25%
Pell students: 52.9% · others: 63.6% 
8 yrs after starting
63% graduated · 23% transferred · 13% left or unknown · none still enrolled
Earnings
6 yrs after entry$47,439
10 yrs after entry$53,843
Debt
Median at graduation$25,000
Monthly payment$265
Middle 50% owe$9.5k–$27k
90th percentile$40,000
Green marks a figure above the typical Master's (medium programs): 52% graduate within 6 yrs, $51,562 earned 10 yrs after entry.
Admissions
Getting in
Admit rate
71%
Test policy
Test optional
SAT average
1260
R 540–630 · M 590–740
SAT middle 50%: 1130–1370
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Admitted students
Admit rate: men 57.0% · women 82.8% 
Yield: 8.5% of admitted students enroll 

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Student Body
Gender
Men 42%Women 58%
Who enrolls
Faculty ratio
12 : 1
Pell grant
49%
First-gen
43%
Family income
$37,962
Independent
18%
Age at entry
21.0
Part-time
2%
Where first-years come from
In state (NJ)
68.1%
Out of state
11.8%
International
10.0%

Most out-of-state first-years from: NY 16 · GA 11 · NE 7 · CA 4 · CT 4

Race & ethnicity
White
21%
Hispanic
27%
Black
18%
Asian
3%
Two or more
1%
Non-resident
23%
Unknown
8%
Varsity sports
NCAA Division II without football
  • Baseball
    Men's
  • Basketball
    Men's · Women's
  • Bowling
    Women's
  • Lacrosse
    Men's · Women's
  • Soccer
    Men's · Women's
  • Softball
    Women's
  • Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
    Men's · Women's
  • Volleyball
    Women's
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings, all programs
After 6 yrs
$47,439
After 10 yrs
$53,843
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing80
Business Administration, Management and Operations35
Psychology, General33
Criminal Justice and Corrections32
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General22
Biology, General21
Public Health14
Accounting and Related Services14
Computer Science13
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods12
Computer and Information Sciences, General10
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions8
Communication and Media Studies7
Economics7
Sociology7
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness6
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Institutional
Resources
Endowment
$13M
Full-time faculty
100%
Faculty salary
$8,318/mo
Teaching spend
$9,080
per student
Federal loans
64%
Classification
Carnegie type
Master's (medium programs)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, inclusive admissions

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