Stevens Institute of Technology
About Stevens Institute of Technology
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Stevens Institute of Technology is a private research university in Hoboken, New Jersey, on the Hudson River across from Manhattan. It is known for its engineering, computer science, and business programs, with strong ties to the New York City tech and finance industries.
Founded
1870
Location
Hoboken, New Jersey
Students
8,455
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
47.6%
Selective
Graduation Rate
86.9%
Above national average
Tuition
$63,462
Per year
Avg Net Price
$41,346
After financial aid
SAT Average
1446
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$108,772
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
47.6 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$70
Early
Nov 15
Regular
Feb 1
Stevens Institute of Technology accepts 47.6% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 1446 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
SAT Scores
1446/ 1600
ACT Scores
33/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
86.9% complete their degree within six years
Retention
93.6%
4-Year Grad
63%
6-Year Grad
87%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$14.7K
Class Size
Medium
While 63% finish in 4 years, 93.6% 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
$63,462
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$19,124
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$79,790
After Financial Aid
$41,346
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$27,221
Receive Grants
20.4%
Take Loans
52.7%
The total cost of attendance runs about $79,790/yr, including $19,124 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $41,346.
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 Stevens Institute of Technology fund their education.
While in School
20.4%
Get Grants
Free money
52.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$117,032
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 $109K 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 Stevens Institute of Technology.
Gender
33.8%
Female
66%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,222
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
4,233
Graduates
15.5%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
0.5%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 66% of the student body. 15.5% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
4,222
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
What Students Say
Pros
- +Hoboken location with Manhattan skyline views
- +NYC internship access just a PATH train away
- +Small campus with strong faculty relationships
- +Engineering graduates earn excellent salaries
Cons
- -Very small school with limited social scene
- -Heavy STEM workload with little balance
- -Hoboken cost of living is high
- -Gender ratio skews heavily male
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Stevens Institute of Technology fields 13 varsity teams with 649 student athletes, about 15% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
MAC
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
649
15% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
60% / 40%
392
Men
257
Women
11
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 Stevens Institute of Technologyearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$108,772
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Mechanical Engineering
$78K
180 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Science
$99K
156 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Engineering
$89K
110 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$71K
91 grads
1yr Earnings
Applied Mathematics
$98K
77 grads
1yr Earnings
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
$73K
64 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates start at $90K six years out, climb to $76K by year eight, and reach $109K by year ten. That upward trajectory shows the degree keeps paying off.
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