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Stockton University
Stockton University admits nearly everyone — 88.9% of applicants. A feature, not a flaw: the page below asks whether Stockton University is worth attending, not whether you'll get in.
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Stockton University anchors the college town of Galloway, NJ, where the public campus and town largely share a footprint.
Its highest-earning path is Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, where graduates median $97,739 four years out. Faculty pay averages $137,472 a year here — a rough proxy for what the school spends on the teaching itself. With 7,537 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 78.6% of first-years come back for a second year.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 1080 and 1260 — below the NJ middle for four-year schools. Put your own practice estimate on Stockton University's range with the SAT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
Stockton University is test-optional: scores are considered when submitted but not required. The 1080–1260 range below describes admitted students who chose to submit — typically Stockton University's stronger testers — so treat it as the higher end of what gets in.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading & Writing | 540 | 590 | 640 |
| SAT Math | 540 | 580 | 620 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 24 | 27 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
In the Fall 2023 cycle, Stockton University received 9,338 applications and admitted 8,233 (88.2%), with 1,530 enrolling.
How Stockton University compares
| Stockton University | New Jersey median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 88.9% | 78.6% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $16,266 | $17,014 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $57,602 | $58,902 | $53,781 |
Ten years out, Stockton University's median earnings are $57,602 — below the New Jersey benchmark of $58,902. Weigh that against the $16,266 price above; the by-major table shows majors drive much of this gap.
Cost, size & completion
As a public university, Stockton University prices by residency: $16,266 in-state versus $24,524 out-of-state — a $8,258 gap that makes state lines part of the decision.
Stockton University enrolls 7,537 undergraduates — mid-sized, with the trade-offs Stockton University's scale implies: more programs than a small college, more anonymity too.
68.5% graduate within six years. Roughly 31% don't — ask a Stockton University tour guide what happens to them and watch the answer carefully.
Top majors by earnings at Stockton University
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $97,739 |
| Physics | $86,849 |
| Information Science/Studies | $79,310 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology | $69,252 |
| Mathematics | $64,242 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $64,060 |
| Economics | $63,582 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General | $63,295 |
| Public Health | $59,871 |
| Sustainability Studies | $59,472 |
| Biology, General | $59,151 |
| Social Work | $59,102 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | $58,319 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $56,838 |
| Criminology | $55,408 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $54,628 |
| Political Science and Government | $54,022 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | $53,796 |
| History | $53,745 |
| English Language and Literature, General | $52,809 |
| Psychology, General | $50,947 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $50,820 |
| Sociology | $47,201 |
| Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology | $44,981 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $41,137 |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General | $40,199 |
Median earnings for these 26 Stockton University programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $57,602 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 12 additional Stockton University programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for Stockton University?
Among admitted students who submitted scores, the middle 50% scored 1080–1260 on the SAT. There's no published GPA cutoff — pair these ranges with the 88.9% admission rate to judge your odds.
What is Stockton University's acceptance rate?
88.2% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 8,233 admitted from 9,338 applicants.
How much does Stockton University cost?
In-state tuition is $16,266; out-of-state students pay $24,524. Fees, housing and aid move the real total in both directions.
What do Stockton University graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $57,602 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
Similar colleges in New Jersey
- Saint Peter's University — 90.3% admitted
- William Paterson University of New Jersey — 90.1% admitted
- Rabbinical College of America — 95.2% admitted
- Montclair State University — 87.9% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.