by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Kean degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Kean measures up.
Kean is ranked #883 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C-. Within New Jersey, it ranks #20 of 59 for value.
Among the majors Kean offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Special Education | #3 of 30 |
| Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy | #3 of 25 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #3 of 25 |
| Other Psychology | #3 of 9 |
| Psychology | #3 of 9 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | #7 of 24 |
| Networking / Security | #7 of 24 |
| Computer Systems Networking | #7 of 24 |
| Athletic Training | #7 of 89 |
| Parks, Recreation & Leisure Facilities Management | #7 of 49 |
Read the full Kean value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Kean University is ranked #25 out of #65 in New Jersey for quality and #20 out of #59 for New Jersey value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Kean financial aid page to be sure.
Kean University is ranked #883 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Kean University is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Kean costs about $16,647. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $66,587 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $28,002 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $12,447 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $16,647 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $66,587 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Kean net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Kean degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $112,008 | — | — |
| All Students | $66,587 | #883 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $49,788 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $112,008 | — | — |
| All Students | $66,587 | #20 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $49,788 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Kean shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $6,593 |
| $30K–$48K | $7,496 |
| $48K–$75K | $12,503 |
| $75K–$110K | $20,592 |
| Over $110K | $21,514 |
About 73% of Kean undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $13,008 per year. Get more details on the Kean financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Kean net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.