by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a NJCU degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how NJCU measures up.
NJCU is ranked #882 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D-. Within New Jersey, it ranks #21 of 59 for value.
Among the majors NJCU offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Homeland Security | #1 of 4 |
| Other Corrections & Criminal Justice | #4 of 63 |
| Fire Science | #5 of 10 |
| Homeland Security | #7 of 50 |
| Homeland Security / Public Safety | #7 of 50 |
| Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | #9 of 114 |
| Nursing | #9 of 114 |
| Fire Protection | #10 of 24 |
| Other Communication & Media Studies | #17 of 76 |
| Dance | #19 of 92 |
Read the full NJCU value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
New Jersey City University is ranked #30 out of #65 in New Jersey for quality and #21 out of #59 for New Jersey value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the NJCU financial aid page to be sure.
New Jersey City University is ranked #882 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, New Jersey City University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at NJCU costs about $18,672. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $74,688 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $28,524 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $16,053 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $18,672 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $74,688 |
*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.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about NJCU net price and the factors that affect it.
What NJCU costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a NJCU 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 | $114,096 | — | — |
| All Students | $74,688 | #882 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $64,212 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $114,096 | — | — |
| All Students | $74,688 | #21 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $64,212 | — | — |
*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 NJCU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $10,254 |
| $30K–$48K | $10,051 |
| $48K–$75K | $13,160 |
| $75K–$110K | $15,986 |
| Over $110K | $17,431 |
About 79% of NJCU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $11,892 per year. Get more details on the NJCU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average NJCU cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.