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Seton Hall University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Medium
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 2,589
Religious affiliation Catholic
Student to faculty ratio 15 to 1
Acceptance rate 77%
Students retention rate 83%
On-time graduation rate 72%

Located in South Orange, New Jersey, Seton Hall is a private, non profit 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 77% indicates that Seton Hall is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Seton Hall 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.

Seton Hall boasts an impressive student retention rate of 83% , 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 74%, respectively.


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

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

76.6%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$46,880

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

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

New Jersey's average $14,503
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$46,880

Cost of attendance at Seton Hall 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 Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New Jersey's average $25,443
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Seton Hall University received on average $29,154 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.

$29,154
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 353 26% $5,474 $1,932,306
Other Federal Grant 371 28% $8,520 $3,160,749
State Grant/Scholarships 272 20% $10,824 $2,944,181
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 1,327 99% $24,598 $32,641,163
Total Grant & Scholarships 1,329 100% $29,154 $38,746,093

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Seton Hall 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 Seton Hall University students is 71.9%. Female students graduated at a rate of 79.4%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 63.8%.

71.9%

  • asian 76.3% 119 students
  • African American 53.3% 48 students
  • white 76.9% 568 students
  • unknown 61.0% 25 students
  • hawaiian 66.7% 2 students
  • hispanic 67.5% 181 students
  • International Students 59.6% 28 students
  • Mixed Race 64.8% 35 students

Sport Conferences

  • Baseball Big East Conference
  • Basketball Big East Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Big East Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Seton Hall 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

Seton Hall 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

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army

Veteran Services

  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)