Since 1939, Caldwell University has been recognized as a leader in providing a transformative, outcomes-driven education to a diverse student body. Nationally ranked by US News & World Report as a Best Value School, Caldwell offers modern programs and advanced campus technology that demonstrate the University’s continued dedication to remaining competitive in a modern, global economy. Caldwell Cougars enjoy a vibrant and welcoming campus community that includes a diverse array of student-centered clubs and activities, and campus is just steps away from quaint Downtown Caldwell, NJ, which was recently voted the state’s #1 college town!

Academic Programs

  • Art & Design
  • Business
  • Communication
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Finance/Accounting
  • Government/Political Science
  • Health Science
  • Liberal Arts
  • Music
  • Nursing
  • Performing Arts
  • Research
  • Science
  • Social Science
  • Technology
  • Visual Arts

Student experience

  • Athletics
  • Co-op/Internship Opportunities
  • Disability Services
  • Greek Life
  • Intramural/Club Sports
  • LGBTQIA Services
  • Night Class Offerings
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Religious Affiliation
  • Study Abroad
  • Undergraduate Research

Application information

Find out about requirements, fees, and deadlines

First-year

First-year applicants to Caldwell University are required to submit official high school transcripts, with an essay and two letters of recommendation strongly encouraged. Students wishing to be considered for the St. Thomas Aquinas Scholarship must also submit official SAT/ACT scores. International first-year applicants must also submit an evaluation of their secondary school transcripts by a NACES-accredited agency, such as SpanTran, IEE or WES. For the Fall 2024 term, the Priority Applicant Status deadline is December 1 and the Regular Applicant Status deadline is February 1. Rolling Admission Status begins February 2

Transfer

Transfer applicants to Caldwell University are required to submit official college transcripts from all institutions attended, with an essay and two letters of recommendation strongly encouraged. Students who have earned less than 30 college credits at the time of application must also submit official high school transcript(s). Transfer applicants who wish to apply to Nursing must submit and complete their application by March 1. All other programs will be accepted on a rolling basis.

Additional Information

Caldwell University continues its commitment to making a premier private education accessible to all students by reviewing all applications for a full range of generous merit scholarships that range up to $25,000 per year, as well as for other University awards and need-based grant opportunities. The average merit scholarship for 2023 was $22,000 per year, and 98% of students received financial aid in 2023.

All applicants should file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as it becomes available using Caldwell’s federal school code: 002598.

Additionally, through the Caldwell Commitment Program, full tuition grants and scholarships will be awarded to incoming undergraduate students who are admitted to the University and receive both Federal Pell Grants and the New Jersey Tuition Aid Grant (TAG).

New Jersey residents with minimum GPA requirements who also demonstrate need may qualify for the Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Program that awards free tuition, a NJ state-funded stipend, and ongoing, enhanced support services to ensure student success on campus.

Visit us

Students are encouraged to visit campus for a campus tour + info session, Open House, or any number of events offered throughout the year. Campus tours + info sessions are offered daily, including most Saturdays and select holidays. A campus tour + info session includes a student Ambassador-led tour of our beautiful 70 acre campus, an information session led by a Caldwell University admissions counselor, and lunch with the team. Two fall Open House events will also be available, typically in October and November. To learn more and register, see us online at caldwell.edu/visit.

Caldwell has prepared me for the next steps by providing me with leadership opportunities…[and] has always encouraged me to be true to who I am and allowed me to bring my passion for advocacy, social service and education to life.

Evenny Peralta, B.S. in Sociology, minor in Criminal Justice, 2023
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Admissions office

Visit us

Address

120 Bloomfield Avenue
Caldwell, NJ 7006, United States of America

Phone number

(973) 618-3500

Region

Mid-Atlantic

Mid-Atlantic