Kean University was founded in 1855. Since then it has grown to become one of New Jersey's largest institutions of higher learning. Currently the university occupies over 150 acres in Union and Hillside Townships. Kean University serves some 13 000 students and offers 48 undergraduate and 28 graduate degree programs covering a wide range of disciplines.

Admission
-    Complete the Undergraduate Application and send it to the Office of Admissions;
-    Submit your SAT or ACT scores;
-    Submit an official copy of your high school transcript.
-    Your high school transcript must show at least 16 completed college preparatory units in the following subjects: English – 4, Social Studies – 2, Science (laboratory) – 2, Mathematics – 3.   Applicants who do not meet these requirements may receive consideration under one of our alternate admissions programs.
-    Post-baccalaureate (PBM) and Teacher Certification applicants are required to submit official transcripts from all colleges previously attended.
-    Applicants 25 years of age or older, with little or no college background and no SATs, will be considered through the EPIC Program as part-time students.

Financial Aid
Office of Financial Aid is dedicated to helping students learn of the various aid programs available which makes attending the University affordable for all. Financial aid counselors are on call each day to help with the completion of the financial aid process. You can finance your college education through need-based grants, scholarships and low-interest Federal Direct Student Loans.

Student Services
-    Athletics;
-    Bookstore;
-    Campus Events;
-    Center for Leadership and Service;
-    Child Care Center;
-    Clubs;
-    Co-curricular Transcripts;
-    Greek Senate;
-    Health Services;
-    International Student Services;
-    Kean Counseling Center;
-    Library, etc.

Career Services
Career Development and Advancement assist students in preparing to compete in today's changing job market. The center maintains information on the latest career resources, techniques and strategies. All services are personalized and serve to empower students at each stage of their career development. The services available include: Resume Writing, Interview Preparation, Job Search Skills, How to Choose a Major.