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Thomas Edison State University

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale City: Small
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Medium
Common app member Yes
Student to faculty ratio 20 to 1

Located in Trenton, New Jersey, TESU is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of Thomas Edison State University is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Thomas Edison State 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.


  • Accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

In-State Tuition & Fees

$7,182

Cost of attendance at Thomas Edison State University in 2022 for students from New Jersey.

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

New Jersey's average $14,503
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$9,342

Cost of attendance at Thomas Edison State 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 , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New Jersey's average $25,443
National average $18,862

Service Offerings

Thomas Edison State University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Academic/career counseling services

Educational Offerings

Thomas Edison State University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)