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| Location | Hoboken, New Jersey |
| Online | stevens.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Stevens Institute of Technology occupies a hilltop campus along the Hudson River in Hoboken, New Jersey, directly across from Manhattan's skyline with convenient access to New York City via public transportation. Founded in 1870 as one of the first technological universities in the United States, Stevens maintains its historic focus on engineering, science, and technological innovation while also offering programs in business and the arts. The campus features a mix of Victorian-era and modern buildings spread across 55 acres, including Castle Point, a prominent local landmark. Stevens is known for its rigorous admission standards and strong academic programs, particularly in mechanical engineering, computer science, and cybersecurity, with most undergraduates living in on-campus housing throughout their academic career. The university competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Stevens Ducks, with notable programs in men's volleyball and women's soccer.
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Stevens is rated within the top 22% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Stevens Institute of Technology within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#114 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#95 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Colleges in New Jersey
#2 in Best Private Colleges in New Jersey
#419 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#15 in Best Value Colleges in New Jersey
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1370/1500 |
| ACT | 31/34 |
| GPA | 3.88 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $70 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $2,272 |
| Room and Board | $18,650 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,050 |
| Total One Year Cost | $81,852 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Engineering | 65% |
| Business | 12% |
| Engineering Technology | 6% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 6% |
| Biology | 4% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=186867 IPEDS survey data for Stevens Institute of Technology.
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Last updated February 24, 2025