College of New Jersey

Summary

College of New Jersey is a public institution that was founded in 1855. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 6,460, its setting is suburban, and the campus size is 289 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. College of New Jersey's ranking in the 2012 edition of Best Colleges is Regional Universities (North), 4. Its in-state tuition and fees are $13,887 (2011-12); out-of-state tuition and fees are $23,696 (2011-12).

The College of New Jersey, also called TCNJ, is a public school located in the suburb of Ewing. TCNJ is selective with admissions and offers nearly 40 undergraduate programs in seven schools. Graduate students can choose from several different degrees, including those in the health field. On campus, TCNJ students can see shows at two theaters, hear a performance at the music hall, observe art at the gallery, or get on the air at the school’s television and radio stations. Students can also get involved with TCNJ’s more than 150 student organizations or participate in events such as Community Fest, where they gather to teach and entertain local children. There are also several opportunities for student athletes at the intramural, club, and varsity levels. The blue and gold TCNJ Lions intercollegiate sports teams compete in the NCAA Division III New Jersey Athletic Conference. Notable TCNJ alumni include Holly Black, author of the New York Times bestselling children’s books, The Spiderwick Chronicles.