Stockton University combines open access admissions with exceptional economic mobility outcomes. As a Mobility Engine institution, the university produces $6,024 in earnings beyond expectations while serving 41.5% Pell-eligible and 40.4% first-generation students, demonstrating strong support for upward economic advancement across diverse student populations.
With typical tier results, showing solid but not exceptional value relative to educational investment
With above average performance, reflecting controlled costs and reasonable debt levels relative to outcomes
With top-tier performance, reflecting the university's exceptional ability to convert educational access into earnings growth for diverse students
With top-tier performance, reflecting the university's exceptional ability to convert educational access into earnings growth for diverse students
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Full AnalysisStockton University delivers strong return on investment through the combination of moderate costs and above-average earnings growth. Graduates earn a median of $57,602 ten years after enrollment, ranking in the 65th percentile nationally and exceeding peer median earnings by $7,486.
The institution generates $6,024 in earnings beyond expectations, placing it in the 77.2nd percentile nationally and earning a tier designation for well above average performance. Low-income graduates earn $49,200, demonstrating the university's effectiveness in supporting economic mobility for students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Students seeking strong economic mobility outcomes at an accessible public university, particularly those interested in health sciences, criminology, or social work. Well-suited for first-generation students (40.4%) and Pell-eligible students (41.5%) who want a medium-sized institution with demonstrated success in converting access into earnings growth.
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Mobility Engine: exceptional access with strong earnings
Stockton University ranks #200 nationally in Azimuth's mobility analysis, with mobility performance at the 93.5th percentile and top-tier performance designation. Located in Galloway, New Jersey, this medium-sized public university combines open access admissions with exceptional economic mobility outcomes.
Stockton admits 88.2% of applicants while delivering earnings of $6,024 beyond expectations relative to similar students, ranking at the 77.2nd percentile nationally. The university enrolls 41.5% Pell-eligible students and 40.4% first-generation students, reflecting strong accessibility alongside 32.4% transfer students.
Despite its Open Access admission profile, Stockton maintains strong academic standards with SAT scores ranging from 1080-1260 and ACT scores from 20-27, both ranking at the 93rd percentile nationally. This combination of broad access, selective academic quality, and strong earnings outcomes places Stockton firmly within the Mobility Engine quadrant, where institutions successfully convert educational opportunity into sustained economic advancement for diverse student populations.
Stockton University admits 88.2% of applicants, meaning roughly 9 out of 10 applicants receive an offer of admission. This places Stockton in the Open Access category, reflecting the university's commitment to broad educational accessibility.
The peer median admission rate of 84.6% shows that Stockton is slightly more accessible than typical public comprehensive universities, admitting 3.6 percentage points more applicants than peer institutions. This level of accessibility means that most academically prepared students can expect admission, though the university maintains meaningful academic standards through its test score expectations and course requirements.
Students should approach Stockton as a realistic admission target while still demonstrating genuine academic preparation and fit. The university's open access philosophy aligns with its mission as a Mobility Engine institution, prioritizing educational opportunity while maintaining academic quality.
For students building college lists, Stockton represents an accessible option that delivers strong post-graduation outcomes without the uncertainty associated with highly selective admissions. This combination of accessibility and outcomes makes Stockton particularly valuable for students seeking economic mobility through higher education.
Peer institutions with comparable quality and outcomes:
| School | State | Accept Rate | Median Earnings | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
University Of Iowa Similar quality tier (#200 ranked) | IA | 85% | $64,762 | #200 | Compare |
University Of Louisiana At Lafayette Similar quality tier (#201 ranked) | LA | 89% | $47,089 | #201 | Compare |
Oakland University Similar quality tier (#195 ranked) | MI | 70% | $58,612 | #195 | Compare |
University Of Maryland-Baltimore County Similar quality tier (#194 ranked) | MD | 74% | $69,960 | #194 | Compare |
University Of Memphis Similar quality tier (#193 ranked) | TN | 93% | $48,458 | #193 | Compare |
Based on federal data for students receiving aid. Actual costs may vary.
Stockton University's published cost of attendance is $32,159 per year, including $23,420 in out-of-state tuition (or $15,532 for New Jersey residents), $15,332 for room and board, and $1,250 for books and supplies. However, the average student pays just $19,634 after financial aid, representing savings of $12,525 from the sticker price.
This net price is $5,541 higher than the peer median of $14,093, indicating Stockton costs more than typical public comprehensive universities but delivers correspondingly stronger outcomes. The university's financial aid system provides meaningful support across income levels, though families should expect to pay more than at peer institutions.
Net prices range dramatically by family income, from $13,774 for families earning under $30,000 annually to $28,051 for families earning over $110,000. This $14,277 gap between lowest and highest income tiers reflects progressive aid targeting toward lower-income families.
The higher costs relative to peers align with Stockton's superior graduation rates and earnings outcomes, suggesting families receive value for the premium they pay through enhanced post-graduation economic results.
Adult Health Nurse/Nursing.
58 graduates
Information Science/Studies.
76 graduates
Analytical Chemistry.
14 graduates
Applied Economics.
12 graduates
Algebra and Number Theory.
27 graduates
Stockton University offers 20 bachelor's degree programs with federal earnings data for comprehensive outcome analysis. Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences ranks #4 nationally and #1 in New Jersey, producing 345 graduates with median earnings of $58,409 and an exceptional value score of 96.2.
Business Administration and Management graduates 309 students annually with median earnings of $54,175, ranking #201 nationally and #11 in New Jersey. Criminology ranks #10 nationally and #1 in New Jersey, graduating 157 students with median earnings of $49,278 and a strong value score of 81.6.
General Studies ranks #31 nationally and #1 in New Jersey, producing 111 graduates with median earnings of $52,751 and a value score of 83.4. Psychology graduates 165 students annually with median earnings of $44,103, while Forensic Social Work ranks #42 nationally and #3 in New Jersey with 82 graduates earning $48,414.
These flagship programs demonstrate Stockton's strength in health sciences, criminal justice, and professional preparation fields.
Stockton University graduates demonstrate steady earnings growth over their early careers. Median earnings rise from $48,223 six years after enrollment to $55,740 at eight years and $57,602 at ten years, representing 19.4% growth from the six-year mark.
These outcomes are based on substantial cohorts of 2,758 graduates at six years, 2,987 at eight years, and 2,856 at ten years, providing high confidence in the reported figures. Graduates earn $6,024 beyond expectations compared to similar students nationally, placing Stockton in the 77.2nd percentile for earnings uplift and achieving well above average tier performance.
Low-income graduates earn $49,200, demonstrating the university's commitment to economic mobility for students from lower-income backgrounds. The earnings distribution spans from $37,079 at the 25th percentile to $80,776 at the 75th percentile, reflecting program diversity and varied career trajectories.
Approximately 26.4% of graduates continue to graduate or professional study according to program mix estimates, indicating balanced preparation for both immediate workforce entry and advanced education pathways across the university's diverse academic offerings.
