New Jersey university profile
Caldwell University
Caldwell University is a private Catholic university in Caldwell, New Jersey. College Scorecard latest release (2023–24 academic year IPEDS data) shows a 71.3% admission rate, 1,575 undergraduates, and a 56.6% graduation rate.
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Who this helps
Families comparing a small private New Jersey university with moderate selectivity and clear federal-aid pricing context.
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About Caldwell University
Private university in Caldwell, New Jersey
Accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Founded in 1939
The students
- 42.3% men / 57.7% women (College Scorecard latest release, 2023–24 academic year IPEDS data)
Caldwell University figures people cite
The student body
Enrollment
College Scorecard latest release (2023–24 academic year IPEDS data).
Degrees & majors
Largest bachelor’s majors
Program share of degrees (College Scorecard academic percentages, 2023–24 academic year).
Cost before aid
Costs from College Scorecard latest release (2023–24 academic year IPEDS data).
Aid notes
Average net price is what federal-aid students typically pay after grants — not the published tuition. Families should run the school’s net-price calculator for their income.
Net price by family income
Average net price for students receiving federal aid — not the sticker tuition.
| Income | Avg net price |
|---|---|
| $0–$30k income | $12,742 |
| $30k–$48k income | $11,569 |
| $48k–$75k income | $14,343 |
| $75k–$110k income | $14,481 |
| $110k+ income | $24,892 |
Tuition is the published sticker price. Average net price is for students receiving federal aid after grants — not what every family pays. Check https://www.caldwell.edu/financial-aid/netprice Source: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?id=183910
View Caldwell University on College Scorecard (2023–24 academic year IPEDS)
How this school compares
- Caldwell University’s graduation rate is 6.1 points below the peer median of 62.7%.
- Caldwell University’s average net price is below the peer median of $18,221.
- Median earnings (10 yrs) are 8% below the peer median of $62,652.
below peer median. Median of the 7 peers in the table below (same state/control, 0.5×–2× enrollment, Scorecard 2023–24).
below peer median $62,652. Median of the 7 peers in the table below (same state/control, 0.5×–2× enrollment, Scorecard 2023–24).
Similar New Jersey colleges
Medians above use these 7 peers (same state/control; enrollment within 0.5×–2×); 7 closest of 8 matches. Net price = federal-aid students.
| School | Enrollment | Net price | Grad rate | Admit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caldwell University | 1,575 | $15,180 | 56.6% | 71.3% |
| Drew University | 1,533 | $25,614 | 70.8% | 67.8% |
| Felician University | 1,774 | $10,378 | 47.5% | — |
| Georgian Court University | 1,195 | $18,221 | 62.7% | 78.8% |
| Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus | 1,990 | $24,803 | 70.5% | 95.2% |
| Saint Peter's University | 2,135 | $8,127 | 54.6% | 90.3% |
| Centenary University | 910 | $21,655 | 66.5% | 83.1% |
| Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus | 2,627 | $17,923 | 53.5% | 90.7% |
Getting in
Admission rate from College Scorecard latest release (2023–24 academic year IPEDS data).
Campus & contacts
FAQ about Caldwell University
Is Caldwell University accredited?
Yes. Caldwell University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
What is Caldwell University’s admission rate?
College Scorecard latest release (2023–24 academic year IPEDS data) lists an admission rate of 71.3%.
How many undergraduates does Caldwell University have?
College Scorecard latest release (2023–24 academic year IPEDS data) lists 1,575 undergraduates.
What is the published tuition and fees?
College Scorecard latest release (2023–24 academic year IPEDS data) lists published tuition and fees of $42,470.
What is the average net price?
College Scorecard latest release (2023–24 academic year IPEDS data) lists an average net price of $15,180 for students receiving federal aid.
What are the largest majors?
College Scorecard lists Health professions, Business, Psychology, Computer & information sciences, Biological sciences, and Visual & performing arts among the largest program areas by degree share.
Does Caldwell University have a net price calculator?
Yes. Caldwell University provides a net price calculator on its official website.
Where is Caldwell University located?
Caldwell University is located in Caldwell, New Jersey.
Sources used: College Scorecard (school page for Caldwell University) and Caldwell University official website.
