Ramapo College of New Jersey

Overview

Ramapo College of New Jersey, established in 1969, is a public liberal arts college situated in Mahwah, New Jersey, approximately 30 miles northwest of New York City. The suburban campus is recognized for its contemporary architecture and features residential facilities that accommodate a significant portion of the student body. With an emphasis on small class sizes and a student-to-faculty ratio that fosters personalized learning, Ramapo offers undergraduates a selection of more than 40 academic programs, with business, social sciences, and communications among the most popular. The college operates on a rolling admissions policy and is moderately selective. While Ramapo does not garner widespread attention for its athletic programs, it competes in NCAA Division III as the Roadrunners.

In the most recent statistical year 7,207 prospective students applied, and 5,079 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 850 enrolled in the school.  4,548 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 930 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $15,363 plus fees of $0. Ramapo College of New Jersey is ranked 203 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.