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Stockton University

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale Suburb: Midsize
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Medium
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 3,145
Student to faculty ratio 17 to 1
Acceptance rate 84%
Students retention rate 78%
On-time graduation rate 76%

Located in Galloway, New Jersey, Stockton University is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 84% indicates that Stockton University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Stockton University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

Stockton University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 78% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 81% and 72%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

84.5%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$14,885

Cost of attendance at Stockton University in 2022 for students from New Jersey.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New Jersey's average $14,503
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$22,467

Cost of attendance at Stockton University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New Jersey's average $25,443
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 95 of freshman students at Stockton University received on average $8,879 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$8,879
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 584 41% $5,365 $3,133,102
Other Federal Grant 586 42% $5,647 $3,309,372
State Grant/Scholarships 529 38% $6,210 $3,285,258
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 1,260 89% $4,160 $5,241,719
Total Grant & Scholarships 1,333 95% $8,879 $11,836,349

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Stockton University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Stockton University students is 76.2%. Female students graduated at a rate of 79.2%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 71.2%.

76.2%

  • asian 78.5% 51 students
  • African American 63.5% 40 students
  • white 77.2% 635 students
  • unknown 83.3% 15 students
  • hawaiian 100.0% 2 students
  • hispanic 75.2% 100 students
  • International Students 100.0% 5 students
  • Mixed Race 68.8% 22 students

Sport Conferences

  • Baseball New Jersey Athletic Conference
  • Basketball New Jersey Athletic Conference
  • Track and Cross Country New Jersey Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Stockton University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Stockton University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)