Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Teaneck, New Jersey with 2,627 undergraduates. It admits 91% of applicants, costs an average of $17,923 a year after grants and graduates 54% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus acceptance rate and admissions
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus admitted 91% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $39,454 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $16,808 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $53,472 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $17,923 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $17,923 a year after grants and scholarships, $35,549 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
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Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 54% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $62,652 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $22,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 36% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus majors and what graduates earn
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus awarded bachelor's degrees in 39 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($98,585).
All 39 majors at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
30 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 30 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting | Master's | 126 | $77,383 | $20,500 |
| Business administration | Master's | 97 | $85,105 | $21,927 |
| Nursing | Master's | 57 | $126,105 | $30,750 |
| Computer science | Master's | 48 | n/a | n/a |
| Public administration | Master's | 42 | $86,827 | $41,000 |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 34 | $62,895 | $20,500 |
| Pharmacology and Toxicology | Master's | 34 | n/a | n/a |
| Social work | Master's | 30 | n/a | $41,000 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 22 | $50,984 | $41,000 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Professional doctorate | 20 | $89,810 | n/a |
| Education leadership | Doctoral | 19 | n/a | $41,000 |
| Homeland security | Master's | 19 | $88,219 | n/a |
| Hospitality management | Master's | 19 | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | Master's | 18 | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 16 | $51,513 | n/a |
| Marketing | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 12 | n/a | $30,372 |
| Education leadership | Master's | 8 | $65,501 | n/a |
| Information science | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| International relations | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Public health | Master's | 6 | $83,496 | n/a |
| Nursing | Professional doctorate | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| IT and network administration | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Pharmacy | Master's | 2 | $88,708 | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Computer engineering | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Electrical engineering | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,627 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 50% women, 50% men
- 14 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus?
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus admitted 91% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $39,454. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $17,923 a year in 2024-25.
Is Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus?
54% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $62,652 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.