Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
About Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus is a private university in Teaneck, New Jersey, near New York City. It offers programs in business, psychology, engineering, and nursing, with a diverse student body and easy access to Manhattan.
Founded
1942
Location
Teaneck, New Jersey
Students
4,982
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
90.7%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
53.3%
Below national average
Tuition
$38,004
Per year
Avg Net Price
$15,404
After financial aid
SAT Average
1120
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-Metropolitan Campus accepts the majority of applicants at 90.7%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1120/ 1600
Average: 1120 out of 1600
ACT Scores
22/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
53.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
77%
4-Year Grad
38%
6-Year Grad
53%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
30.4%
$/Student
$9.1K
Class Size
Medium
The 38% graduation rate is below average, but 77% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
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
$50,305
After Financial Aid
$15,404
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,218
Receive Grants
22%
Take Loans
20.8%
Don't let the $38,004 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $15,404 after financial aid, a 59% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $10,218.
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-Metropolitan Campus fund their education.
While in School
22%
Get Grants
Free money
20.8%
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-Metropolitan Campus.
Gender
50.1%
Female
50%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,627
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
2,355
Graduates
42.6%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
10.4%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (50% women, 50% men). 42.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 11.9% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
2,627
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-Metropolitan Campus fields 11 varsity teams with 453 student athletes, about 17% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I without football
Conference
Northeast
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
453
17% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
51% / 49%
232
Men
221
Women
7
Men's Teams
10
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-Metropolitan 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 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$39K
191 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$24K
48 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$92K
39 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$26K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$34K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$39K
32 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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