College statistics
- Address:
- 400 Jefferson St
Hackettstown, NJ
07840 - Sector Group:
- Private Not-for-Profit 4-Year or Above
- Official Website:
- www.centenaryuniversity.edu/
- Setting:
- Suburb
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $36,636
- Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
- $36,636
- Room and Board:
- $13,740
- Acceptance Rate:
- 96.7%
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $15,919,996
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Higher Access, Medium Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Centenary University is a private, not-for-profit four-year institution located in Hackettstown, New Jersey. The university emphasizes practical preparation for careers in business, management, marketing, and related fields. Its small scale—serving about 1,453 students—supports a teaching-focused environment without a research mission.
Annual tuition is $36,636, with a total cost of attendance of $50,376 when room and board are included. Admissions are open, with an acceptance rate of 96.7%, making the university accessible to a broad range of applicants. The university maintains an endowment of approximately $15.9 million to support institutional operations and student aid.
Centenary is best suited for students seeking a small-college experience with direct focus on professional preparation in business and management. The university's accessibility and regional setting attract working and commuter students. For more information, visit www.centenaryuniversity.edu/.