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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Caldwell, NJ

Caldwell University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in NJ. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$39,450

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

65.4%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

63.5%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$53,843

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Caldwell University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Caldwell, NJ. With a competitive tuition profile of $39,450, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 63.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$157,800

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

6.6 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$23,843

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$80,630

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$319,060

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Caldwell University is $25,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
59.4%
40.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
30.6%
White
23.0%
Black
18.3%
International
16.7%
Unknown
6.7%
Asian
3.5%
Two or more
1.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$39,450

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$16,458
$30k - $48k$15,756
$48k - $75k$18,547
$75k+$27,111

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$25,000
Pell Grant Recipients45.9%
Using Federal Loans69.0%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment52.3%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

73.0%

Success

63.5%

In-State Cost

$39,450

Age 25+ Students

5.0%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Medium

Working at 6yr

458 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Caldwell (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Caldwell (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.