Thomas Edison State University
About Thomas Edison State University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Thomas Edison State University is a public university in Trenton, New Jersey, designed for working adults. It offers flexible online programs in business, IT, health sciences, and public service with generous credit transfer policies.
Founded
1972
Location
Trenton, New Jersey
Students
7,476
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
N/A
Not reported
In-State Tuition
$6,838
Out-of-state: $8,856
Avg Net Price
N/A
Not reported
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$69,331
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$50
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
N/A
Graduation rate not reported
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
Not reported
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
N/A
$/Student
$0.0K
Class Size
Medium
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$6,838
In-State
$8,856
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,700
After Financial Aid
N/A
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
N/A
Receive Grants
23.7%
Take Loans
24.2%
Annual tuition is $6,838.
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 Thomas Edison State University fund their education.
While in School
23.7%
Get Grants
Free money
24.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$34,693
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$133/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,500, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Thomas Edison State University.
Gender
39%
Female
61%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
6,707
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
769
Graduates
44.5%
First-Gen
33 yrs
Avg Age
88.4%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 33, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 44.5% 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
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
6,707
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Thomas Edison State Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$69,331
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
$89K
414 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$50K
352 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$69K
140 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$95K
108 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Sciences, General
$45K
88 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$69K
69 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $66K at six years, $54K at eight, and $69K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.