Monmouth University
About Monmouth University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Monmouth University is a private university in West Long Branch, New Jersey, near the Jersey Shore. It offers programs in business, communications, health sciences, and education, with a scenic campus close to the Atlantic coast.
Founded
1933
Location
West Long Branch, New Jersey
Students
4,741
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
89%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
71.9%
Near national average
Tuition
$46,552
Per year
Avg Net Price
$30,988
After financial aid
SAT Average
1223
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$67,991
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$60
Early
Nov 15
Regular
Mar 1
Monmouth University accepts the majority of applicants at 89%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1223/ 1600
ACT Scores
24/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
71.9% complete their degree within six years
Retention
79.9%
4-Year Grad
59%
6-Year Grad
69%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$12.8K
Class Size
Medium
While 59% finish in 4 years, 79.9% 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
$46,552
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$17,698
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$62,904
After Financial Aid
$30,988
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$18,924
Receive Grants
30.5%
Take Loans
60.7%
The total cost of attendance runs about $62,904/yr, including $17,698 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $30,988.
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 Monmouth University fund their education.
While in School
30.5%
Get Grants
Free money
60.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$73,885
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $68K 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 Monmouth University.
Gender
63.3%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,684
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,057
Graduates
32.3%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
2.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 32.3% 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
3,684
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
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Monmouth University fields 13 varsity teams with 786 student athletes, about 21% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FCS
Conference
Colonial
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
786
21% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
457
Men
329
Women
9
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Monmouth Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$67,991
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$47K
295 grads
1yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
$26K
80 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$30K
80 grads
1yr Earnings
Education, General
$56K
53 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$29K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
English Language and Literature, General
$51K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $56K at six years, $49K at eight, and $68K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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