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Kean University

Admissions & Aid

Kean is New Jersey's urban research university. We promise excellence, equity and access in higher education.

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    First-Year Admissions

    Kean provides a world-class education within a diverse, vibrant campus community where you can explore your interests and launch the career of your dreams.

    First-Year Application Instructions and Deadlines

    Info Sessions

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    First-Year Admissions

    Transfer Admissions

    Kean is nationally recognized for our seamless transfer process and innovative partnerships with community colleges. Now is the time to transition to Kean.

    Transfer Application Instructions and Deadlines

    Transfer Info Sessions

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    Transfer Admissions

    Graduate Admissions

    Whether you’re in the workforce or just completed undergraduate studies, Kean's cutting-edge graduate degree programs can advance your career potential.

    Graduate Application Instructions and Deadlines

    Graduate Student Events

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    Graduate Admissions

    Kean Online

    Kean's online programs give you the flexibility to earn a competitive degree from a respected institution when it works best for you. Online learning is the best option for busy professionals.

    Kean Online Admissions

    Online Experience

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    Kean Online
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    Financial Aid and Scholarships

    Kean is New Jersey’s most affordable university. Find out how financial aid, scholarships and tuition grant programs can help make your world-class degree a reality.

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      Accepted Students

      Congratulations on your acceptance to Kean University! Here are the next steps, events and resources you need to have a great start.

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        Locations

        Kean's main campus is located in Union, New Jersey, just 30 minutes from New York City. We have additional locations in Toms River, Manahawkin and Lincroft. Our Wenzhou-Kean campus in China offers a seamless study abroad experience in English for the same tuition cost as our campuses in the United States.

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        Visit Us

        Tour Kean's beautiful 180-acre campus and learn more about our academic programs, financial aid options, campus housing, extracurriculars and student life.

        On-Campus Information Sessions and Tours

        Virtual Tour

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        Visit Us

        Apply and get a decision today

        How does a same-day admissions decision sound? Meet with a counselor one-on-one and get an application fee waiver and an immediate decision on your admission and scholarship eligibility.

        Instant Decision Days

        Freshman Fridays

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        Apply and get a decision today

        Still have questions?

        We can chat with you online, in person, and by email or phone. Let's figure out how Kean can work for you and your budget.