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Address: 1000 River Rd, Teaneck, New Jersey 07666
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Phone Number: (800)-338-8803
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Website: http://www.fdu.edu/
About
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.
Overview
Institution Type |
(4 Years) Private Not-For-Profit |
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Headquartered at |
Teaneck, New Jersey |
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FAFSA/Federal School Code |
002607 |
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Institutional Accreditation |
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Programmatic Accreditation |
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Historically Black College or University |
No |
Data Source: http://www.fdu.edu/, U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS, Federal Student Aid, CHEA.
Accreditation
Institutional Accreditation
The university is accredited and is nationally recognized by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Accredited Programs
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Master of Arts in Mathematical Foundations, Creative Writing, and Literature for Educators, and Student Services Administration is accredited by Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation.
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Master of Science in Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
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Master of Sports Administration, Master of Science in Service Innovation and Leadership, and Digital Marketing programs are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
Campus Life
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There are scores if student organizations and clubs to choose on campus. Some of them are International Students Association, Fashion Corps, Pri’sizhen, The University Players, Tae Kwon Do Club, Crew Club, The Equinox student newspaper, Knightscapes, Devils Dance Team, Student Athletic Advisory Committee, Film Guild, Finance Club, Marketing Mix, Philosophy Club, Psychology Club and Starshine Theatre Company.
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Sports coaching and matches are provided at FDU with the same intensity and rigor as its academics. The sports played are baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, lacrosse, soccer, swimming, tennis, field hockey, softball, and volleyball. Track and field events are also included. Infrastructural advantages are provided by FDU Softball Field, FDU Tennis Center, Naimoli Family Baseball Complex, Stratis Arena, University Stadium and Fitness Center.
Statistics
| Student Faculty Ratio | 14: 1 | |
| Retention Rate | Full Time: 75 % | Part Time: 50 % |
| Total Population | 8,133 | |
| Student Population | Full Time: 3,456 | Part Time: 4,677 |
| Gender Division | Male: 41 % | Female: 59 % |
Graduation Rate
Male: 36 %
Female: 40 %
Total Graduation Rate: 38 %
Graduation rate with bachelors degree completed
Race & Ethnicity
Data Source: U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS for Fall 2016.
Majors and Online Programs
Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) offers 11 online programs across 6 Majors
Nursing
Offering 1 programs accross 1 degrees
Arts
Offering 2 programs accross 2 degrees
Engineering
Offering 1 programs accross 1 degrees
Business Management
Offering 3 programs accross 1 degrees
Science
Offering 1 programs accross 1 degrees
Education
Offering 3 programs accross 1 degrees
Admissions
Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) Acceptance Rate is 77%
| Undergraduate Application Fee | $40 |
| Graduate Application Fee | $40 |
Data Source: U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS for Fall 2017.
| Total Applicants | 4,095 |
| Total Applicants Admitted | 3,146 |
| Applicants Enrolled | 545 |
| Full time Applicants Enrolled | 480 |
| Part Time Applicants Enrolled | 65 |
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
| Secondary school record | Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program | Required |
| Admission test scores (SAT/ACT) | Required |
Data Source: U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS for Fall 2016.
| Number of students submitting SAT scores | 333 | |
| Number of students submitting ACT scores | 50 | |
| Percent of students submitting SAT scores | 88% | |
| Percent of students submitting ACT scores | 13% | |
| SAT Math | 490 average | 440 - 540 range |
| SAT Critical Reading | 510 average | 460 - 560 range |
| ACT Composite | 20 average | 18 - 23 range |
Data Source: U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS for Fall 2015-2016.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
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.
Federal Aid
| Federal Grants | Award per year | Eligibilty | Application Deadline |
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| Pell Grant | $5,057 | Undergraduate. U.S Citizen or an Eligible Non- Citizen | June 30th, 2019 |
| Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) | $1,291 | Undergraduate. U.S Citizen or an Eligible Non- Citizen | June 30th, 2019 |
| TEACH Grant | $1,291 | Undergraduate or Graduate. 3.25 CGPA. | June 30th, 2019 |
| Federal Financial Aid | Award per year | Eligibilty | Application Deadline |
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| Federal Work-Study | Varies | U.S. Citizen or non-citizen eligible Satisfactory academic progress. | June 30th, 2019 |
| Federal Loans | Award per year | Eligibilty | Application Deadline |
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| Direct Subsidized Loan | $5,715 | U.S citizen or an eligible noncitizen Enrolled at least half-time | June 30th, 2019 |
| Direct Unsubsidized loan | $5,715 | U.S citizen or an eligible noncitizen Enrolled at least half-time | June 30th, 2019 |
| Direct PLUS Loans | $17,826 | U.S citizen or an eligible noncitizen Enrolled at least half-time | June 30th, 2019 |
| Federal Nursing Loan Program | Varies | Enrolled as matriculated nursing students Exceptional financial needs. Must maintain at least a half-time enrollment. Complete a required promissory note. | June 30th, 2019 |
Data Source: U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS survey data for 2016 - 2017.
Military and Veteran Benefits
| Military Financial Aid | Award per year | Eligibilty | Application Deadline |
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| Montgomery GI Bill | Varies | For active duty or selected reserve members of Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard | Varies |
| Vocational Rehabilitation | Varies | Service-connected Disabilities. | Varies |
| Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP) | Varies | Elected to make contributions from own military pay to participate in this education benefit program | Varies |
| Post 9/11 GI Bill | $11,192 | Honorably Discharged from the military. Served 90 days after Sep10,2001. Undergraduate students. | Varies |
| Yellow Ribbon Program | Varies | Eligible for the maximum benefit rate (100%) under the Post 9/11 GI Bill. Must not be on active duty or a spouse transferee of an active duty member. | Varies |
| Tuition Assistance Program | $1,985 | Eligible Members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard. | Varies |
Data Source: http://www.fdu.edu/, U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS survey data for 2016 - 2017.
Scholarships and Grants
| Institutional Scholarships | Award per year | Eligibilty | Application Deadline |
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| Merit Scholarship Opportunities | $10,000 | Merit-Based. Full-time Student. | Varies |
| Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship | $25,000 | Earned an associate degree. 3.0 GPA. | Varies |
| Athletic Scholarship | Varies | Participating in NCAA Division. | Varies |
| Transfer | $18,000 | Transfer Students. | Varies |
| Institutional Grants | Award per year | Eligibilty | Application Deadline |
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| Need Grant | $25,000 | Demonstrate Financial Need. | Varies |
| Priority Applicant Grant | $1,000 | Submit FDU Priority Application. | December 1st, 2018 |
| Children of Alumni Grant | $1,500 | Undergraduate. Children of FDU alumni. | Varies |
| FDU Family Grant | $1,500 | Full-time student. Demonstrate Financial need. | Varies |
| Alumni-Faculty-Trustee Endorsement Grant | $1,000 | Full-time student. Demonstrate financial need. | April 15th, 2019 |
Data Source: http://www.fdu.edu/, U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS survey data for 2016 - 2017.
Federal Aid based on family income
| Family Income | Average Federal Aid per year |
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| Under $30,000 | $13,848 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $14,585 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $18,029 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $25,053 |
| Over $110,000 | $26,872 |
Data Source: U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS survey data for 2016 - 2017.
| Federal, State or Institutional Aid Awarded | Percent | Avg Amount per year |
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| Undergraduate students awarded Pell grants | 28% | $4,505 |
| Federal, State or Institutional aid awarded for Full-time, first-time undergraduates | 96% | $28,677 |
| Federal Grant awarded for full-time, first-time undergraduates | 57% | $5,429 |
| Institutional Grant awarded for full-time, first-time undergraduates | 91% | $21,082 |
| Students Loans awarded for full-time, first-time undergraduates | 69% | $8,146 |
| Federal Students Loans awarded for full-time, first-time undergraduates | 67% | $5,837 |
| Average aid awarded as grant or scholarship | $ 18,016 |
| Post-9/11 GI Bill Award | Number of Students | Amount per year |
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| Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits | 177 | $12,504 |
| Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits - undergraduate students | 100 | $13,779 |
| Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits - graduate students | 77 | $10,850 |
Data Source: http://www.fdu.edu/, U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS survey data for 2016 - 2017.
Library
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FDU is home to Giovatto Library, Business Research Library, and John and Joan Monninger Center Library.
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The John and Joan Monninger Center for Learning and Research accommodate more than 151,000 book volumes, 190 newspapers, over 2,000 backfiles and a collection of 1,400 DVDs.
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The Frank Giovatto Library contains 154,000 volumes, 430 periodicals and 1,320 DVDs.
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The Business Research Library at the Metropolitan campus has a collection of almost 18,000 business-centric volumes.
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.
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