by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a TCNJ degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how TCNJ measures up.
TCNJ is ranked #2,313 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A (top 15% for value). Within New Jersey, it ranks #48 of 59 for value.
Among the majors TCNJ offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Education of the Deaf | #17 of 17 |
| Special Education | #17 of 17 |
| Intermedia/Multimedia | #18 of 34 |
| Technology Education | #44 of 47 |
| Teacher Education | #44 of 47 |
| International Relations | #65 of 115 |
| International Relations & National Security | #69 of 119 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #69 of 119 |
| Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist | #98 of 123 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #98 of 123 |
Read the full TCNJ value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
The College of New Jersey is ranked #3 out of #65 in New Jersey for quality and #48 out of #59 for New Jersey value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the TCNJ financial aid page to be sure.
The College of New Jersey is ranked #2,313 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
The quality education The College of New Jersey provides combined with its relatively low cost makes this school a great value.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at TCNJ costs about $32,575. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $130,299 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $38,599 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $27,646 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $32,575 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $130,299 |
*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 TCNJ net price and the factors that affect it.
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 TCNJ 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 | $154,396 | — | — |
| All Students | $130,299 | #2,313 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $110,584 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $154,396 | — | — |
| All Students | $130,299 | #48 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $110,584 | — | — |
*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 TCNJ shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $12,814 |
| $30K–$48K | $14,506 |
| $48K–$75K | $20,638 |
| $75K–$110K | $28,825 |
| Over $110K | $33,080 |
About 55% of TCNJ undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $12,032 per year. Get more details on the TCNJ 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 TCNJ net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.