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Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus vs The College of New Jersey

MSN programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
The College of New Jersey
$17,643 vs $24,342
Easier to get into
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus
95.3% vs 62.1% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
The College of New Jersey
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeMSNMSN
Formatin personin person
LocationMadison, NJEwing, NJ
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate100%
Acceptance rate95.3%BEST62.1%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$24,342$17,643BEST
In-state tuition$24,342$17,643BEST
Out-of-state tuition$24,342$17,643BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus or The College of New Jersey?

The College of New Jersey is the more affordable option at roughly $17,643, compared to $24,342. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus and The College of New Jersey the same type of program?

Both are MSN programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus and The College of New Jersey?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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