UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey Tuition &
UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey is a public community college in Cranford, New Jersey, serving roughly 7,939 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $8,257 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $5,280. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (47.7%) and Black or African American (29.4%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $5,280
- 2024 Average Net Price: $8,257 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 7,939 46.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 35.42%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
- First-Generation Students: 53.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition decrease of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 2.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 11,865
- Room & Board: $13,088 annual estimate
UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey: what the data shows
Common questions about UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey?
UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey is located in Cranford, NJ (ZIP 07016-1528).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey public or private?
UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey is a Public institution.
How much does UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey cost?
Published tuition: $5,280 in-state, $9,500 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $8,257.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $6,880 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $7,213 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $9,362 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $11,407 |
| $110,001+ | $11,965 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $21,120.
How big is UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey?
Total enrollment: 7,939 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 11,865 students.
About 47% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey?
150%-time completion rate: 35.42%.
First-year retention: 65.8%.
What do graduates of UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey earn?
Median earnings: $33,731 six years after entry; $41,595 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $15,091.
43.39% of students receive Pell grants.
What is UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (351 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (319 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (136 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (114 completions)
- Mass Communication/Media Studies (70 completions)
- Engineering, General (58 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (57 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration (51 completions)
- Computer Science (47 completions)
- Information Technology (34 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 35.42%; median earnings $41,595 at 10 years; net price $8,257. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$5,280
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey was $5,280.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$8,257
2024 Value
In 2024 UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $8,257.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$33,028 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$8,257 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$21,120 4-Year In-State Tuition
$38,000 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$13,088 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,080 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$19,448 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$77,792 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey.
Financial Aid by Income Level
43.39% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
6.57% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $4,998 | $9,996 | $4,280 |
| 2014 | $4,200 | $8,400 | $4,473 |
| 2015 | $4,450 | $8,900 | $4,466 |
| 2016 | $4,620 | $9,240 | $3,804 |
| 2017 | $4,804 | $9,608 | $3,626 |
| 2018 | $5,140 | $10,280 | $3,500 |
| 2019 | $5,281 | $10,562 | $6,621 |
| 2020 | $5,281 | $10,562 | $5,727 |
| 2021 | $5,281 | $10,562 | $4,618 |
| 2022 | $5,281 | $10,562 | $7,052 |
| 2023 | $5,280 | $9,500 | $7,251 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey reported total enrollment of about 7,939 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 38% male and 62% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (47.7%), Black or African American (29.4%), and White (12.6%). About 43.39% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 53.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
46.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey in 2024 is 7,939 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 11,865 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
65.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 47.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
20.11% 100% Completion Time
35.42% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 20.11% of students graduating from UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 31% male / 69% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 13% male / 87% female
- Business/Commerce, General: 50% male / 50% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey.
Return on Investment
$15,091 Median Student Debt
$41,595 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
36.28% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1159.39% Return on Investment
3.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 38 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 351 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 319 completions
3. Business/Commerce, General: 136 completions
4. Health Professions and Related Programs: 114 completions
5. Mass Communication/Media Studies: 70 completions
6. Engineering, General: 58 completions
7. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 57 completions
8. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration: 51 completions
9. Computer Science: 47 completions
Most popular programs at UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $13,825
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $7,388
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey is a public institution located in Cranford, NJ, classified as Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General. Enrollment is approximately 7,939 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (47.7%), Black or African American (29.4%), White (12.6%). The 150%-time completion rate is 35.42%. Approximately 43.39% of students receive Pell Grants. About 53.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Location
Cranford, NJ 07016-1528
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 35.42% graduation rate at UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey located?
UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey is located in Cranford, NJ.
How much does UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey cost?
Reported tuition is $5,280 and average net price is $8,257 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $13,088 annually.
What is the student body demographics at UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey?
UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey reports undergraduate enrollment of about 11,865 students, Hispanic or Latino (47.7%), Black or African American (29.4%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey?
About 53.7% of students at UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey earn?
Median earnings are $33,731 six years after entry and $41,595 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey?
The 150%-time completion rate is 35.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $15,091.
Is UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey public or private?
UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey is a public institution located in Cranford, NJ.
Is UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey an HBCU?
No. UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey a tribal college?
No. UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey reports 47.7% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for UCNJ Union College of Union County New Jersey in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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- New Jersey college costs
- New Jersey colleges by ROI
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- Mid East regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in New Jersey
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.