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How to Get Into Ramapo College of New Jersey

Mahwah, NJ · Public · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

Ramapo College of New Jersey Admissions Statistics

71%
Acceptance Rate
580-650
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
550-650
SAT Math (mid 50%)
22-30
ACT (mid 50%)
4,898
Undergrads
70%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into Ramapo College of New Jersey

The bar here is clear

Ramapo College of New Jersey admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 1130-1300 combined SAT or 22-30 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Test policy here is "Required for some programs", check the fine print for your specific program.

Use the Early Decision round deliberately

Ramapo College of New Jersey offers Early Decision, which is binding. The early bump is real but overstated (hooked applicants cluster early and inflate it). Spend ED once, on the school where it actually moves you a tier, and only if the money works without comparing aid offers. If that school is Ramapo College of New Jersey, the deadline table below is your calendar.

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Ramapo College of New Jersey Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Early Action (EA) December 15, 2025
Early Decision (ED) November 1, 2025
Regular Decision (RD) February 1, 2026

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $65
Test scores Required for some programs
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required
Teacher evaluations 1

Ramapo College of New Jersey Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $29,483
Tuition & fees (in-state / out-of-state) $16,777 / $27,708
Room & board (on campus) $17,102
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $18,173

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $9,008
$30-48k $10,708
$48-75k $18,074
$75-110k $22,949
$110k+ $26,008
28%
Students receiving Pell Grants
38%
Students taking federal loans
84%
Freshman retention rate
17:1
Student-faculty ratio

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