About Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU)
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
7,871
Website
www.fdu.eduAccreditation
MSCHE
Religious Affiliation
Not applicable
On Campus Housing
Yes
Fairleigh Dickinson University is a private not-for-profit University started in 1942. The University is located at Teaneck, New Jersey. The institute was approved university status in 1956. FDU is the largest private University in New Jersey. Preparation of world citizens through global education is the motive of the FDU. Multi-disciplinary, intercultural, ethical progress necessary to lead and actively participate in today’s fast-evolving world is provided by the University’s academic and non-academic ventures.
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The student population at FDU is 8,133. The student-faculty ratio is 14:1.
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The total acceptance rate of FDU is 77% and the retention rate is 75%.
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The total graduation rate at FDU is 38%.
Online
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FDU provides 11 online programs across 6 disciplines. This includes Nursing, Arts, Engineering, Business Management, Science and Education courses.
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The university employs the web campus online classroom service to provide online classes. Students can log in to this service using FDU webmail credentials provided upon admission.
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Courses, student services, and FDU community management options are listed on web camps.
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The application is free for all prospective online students.
Reviews
Some of the student reviews about FDU are
- FDU is a beautiful, serene college with lots of engaging activities and student organizations.
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Professors do a wonderful job of explaining the syllabus and making sure everyone understands the material.
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FDU provides a peaceful experience. The campus is small hence the same friendly faces are met every day.
Rankings
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Forbes has ranked 528 in Top Colleges list and No.338 in Private Colleges list.
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They are also ranked 213 in Research Universities.
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According to US News, FDU ranks No.62 in North Regional Universities and No.36 in Best Colleges for Veterans.
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They have bagged the 33rd position in Best Value Schools.
Admissions
Application Deadline
N/A
Acceptance Rate
89%
SAT Range
N/A
ACT Range
N/A
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Neither required nor recommended
High School GPA
Required
Accept Common App
Yes
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$13,974
Average Annual Cost
$39,686
Books And Supplies
$1,230
Other Fees
$1,046
Room And Board
$13,370
Budget For Other Expenses
$2,856
Total One Year Cost
$58,188
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Doctor's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
80%
Part-Time Retention Rate
43%
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
$174
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General...
493 Graduates
Registered Nursing, Administration,...
73 Graduates
Psychology, General
67 Graduates
Criminal Justice and Corrections
51 Graduates
Business Administration, Management...
49 Graduates
Biology, General
25 Graduates
Accounting and Related Services
24 Graduates
Biological and Physical Sciences
20 Graduates
Communication and Media Studies
19 Graduates
Electrical, Electronics and Communi...
17 Graduates
Civil Engineering Technologies/Tech...
15 Graduates
Mechanical Engineering Related Tech...
15 Graduates
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, G...
15 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
12 Graduates
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervent...
10 Graduates
Computer and Information Sciences,...
10 Graduates
History
10 Graduates
Marketing
10 Graduates
Computer Science
8 Graduates
Finance and Financial Management Se...
8 Graduates
Fine and Studio Arts
8 Graduates
Hospitality Administration/Manageme...
7 Graduates
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecu...
6 Graduates
Chemistry
5 Graduates
Mathematics
5 Graduates
Political Science and Government
4 Graduates
Electrical Engineering Technologies...
2 Graduates
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science...
1 Graduates
Construction Engineering Technologi...
1 Graduates
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, an...
1 Graduates
Health and Medical Administrative S...
1 Graduates
International Relations and Nationa...
1 Graduates
Philosophy
1 Graduates
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Student Body
Undergraduate Students
5,860
Socio-Economic Diversity
28%
Part-time
62%
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$80,741 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 48% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
48%
Undergrads in College Housing
42%
Averege Housing Cost
$8,764/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $5,006/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$5,006/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Knights
School Colors
N/A
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
118
Total Female Athletes
113
Intramural Sports
12
Sports Club
2
Sports Team (Men)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
Basketball
Bowling
Cheerleading-Dance Team
Cross Country
Fencing
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
Yes
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$38,200/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$48,100/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$125 - 286
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$35,323
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$6,195
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$10,731
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$26,446
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$40,055
$30K - $48K
$37,970
$48K - $75K
$33,668
$75K - $110K
$26,907
> $110K
$27,771
FDU provides various scholarships, grants and other financial supports like a work-study program for students. These financial aids can be availed after filling in the FAFSA form. Fairleigh Dickinson University federal school code 002697.
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Federal Aids provided at FDU are Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, TEACH Grant, and Federal Work-Study. Federal Loans provided are Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans, Direct PLUS Loans and Federal Nursing Loan Program.
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Military Aids are also provided. These are Montgomery GI Bill, Vocational Rehabilitation, Veterans Educational Assistance Program, Post 9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program and Tuition Assistance Program.
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Institutional Aids provided are Merit Scholarship, Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship, Athletic Scholarship, and Transfer aids. Institutional Grants include Need Grant, Priority Applicant Grant, Children of Alumni Grant, FDU Family Grant, Alumni-Faculty-Trustee Endorsement Grant.
