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About Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus

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Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus is a private university in Teaneck, NJ, known for its private masters university, business and health focus, and accessible admissions. With an acceptance rate of 84%, Fairleigh Dickinson University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 531 students each year. Fairleigh Dickinson University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 908–1180, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Fairleigh Dickinson University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $31,004 per year; the sticker price of $58,500 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

84%
Overall Accept Rate
1044
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 908 – 1180 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus

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Essay Strategy
FDU Metro has a strong emphasis on global education and international perspectives, so if your essay or activities connect to cross-cultural experiences, global issues, or working with diverse communities in the Teaneck and greater Bergen County area, make sure that comes through clearly in your application.
Test Score Strategy
Since FDU Metro is test optional and your score is below their 75th percentile, you are better off not submitting it and letting your GPA, coursework, and activities carry your application instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$59k/yr$10.2k
30k-48k~$59k/yr$10.5k
48k-75k~$59k/yr$15.1k
75k-110k~$59k/yr$23.1k
110k+~$59k/yr$28.7k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

62%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$46k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,776
Undergrad Enrollment
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