Thomas Edison State University

Thomas Edison State University Overview

Thomas Edison State University is a public, state school in the urban setting of Trenton, New Jersey. Edison State was founded in 1972 and the school presently has around 13,846 students a year, which includes 12,681 undergrad students.

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2022 Edison State Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Continuous
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
In-State Tuition	$7,372
Out-of-State	$9,556

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Is Edison State a Good School?

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The definition of a "good school" can mean different things for different people. Some factors that can help you determine what a good school for you might be include admissions criteria, acceptance rate, tuition costs, and more.

Let's take a closer look at these areas to get a clearer view of what Edison State offers and if the college might be a good choice for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Edison State

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. Retention measures how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook Edison State Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Check with Edison State directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Edison State

Tuition is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

For information on Edison State's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! No one should ever pay to fill out the FREE Application for Federal Student Aid, (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Edison State.

Based on this information, how does Edison State sound? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may not be the right school for another! So ask yourself: Is Edison State a good school for you?

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Where is Thomas Edison State University Located?

Edison State is located in the urban setting of Trenton, New Jersey, less than an hour from Philadelphia.

If you would like to see Edison State for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 95, U.S. Highway Route 1 to Trenton, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Philadelphia International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Edison State and Trenton are like without leaving home.

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