Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus
About Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus is a private university in Madison, New Jersey. It offers programs in psychology, business, film, and communications on the former Vanderbilt-Twombly estate, with a suburban campus close to New York City.
Founded
1942
Location
Madison, New Jersey
Students
2,863
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
95.2%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
66.6%
Near national average
Tuition
$38,004
Per year
Avg Net Price
$22,829
After financial aid
SAT Average
1127
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$57,273
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$50
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus accepts the majority of applicants at 95.2%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1127/ 1600
Average: 1127 out of 1600
ACT Scores
24/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
66.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
78.2%
4-Year Grad
53%
6-Year Grad
62%
Teaching Quality
9:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
41.5%
$/Student
$13.3K
Class Size
Small
While 53% finish in 4 years, 78.2% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$38,004
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$16,270
Books & Supplies
$1,240
Total Cost of Attendance
$54,204
After Financial Aid
$22,829
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,624
Receive Grants
36.5%
Take Loans
54.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $54,204/yr, including $16,270 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $22,829.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus fund their education.
While in School
36.5%
Get Grants
Free money
54.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$39,799
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$265/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $25,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $57K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus.
Gender
53.2%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,990
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
873
Graduates
42.6%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
3.4%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (53% women, 47% men). 42.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,990
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus fields 14 varsity teams with 512 student athletes, about 26% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
Freedom
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
14
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
512
26% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
323
Men
189
Women
11
Men's Teams
12
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campusearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$57,273
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Psychology, General
$24K
58 grads
1yr Earnings
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
$22K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$39K
40 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$92K
36 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminology
$38K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$26K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $46K six years out, growing to $57K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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