Hey peeps! I'm looking into The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) as one of my top choices for college and I was wondering about its acceptance rate. Does anyone know the current acceptance rate or how competitive it is to get in? Any insights are appreciated!
Hey! The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a moderately competitive school to get into. For the 2021-2022 application cycle, TCNJ had an acceptance rate of around 49%. While the acceptance rate makes it seem like half of students get accepted, keep in mind that you'll still need a strong application to be a competitive candidate.
To give you an idea of what a competitive applicant's profile looks like, the middle 50% of admitted students tend to have SAT scores in the range of 1160-1330 (this data is from before the 2023-2024 application cycle, but can give you a rough idea) and an average high school GPA of around 3.6-4.3 (weighted). Additionally, extracurricular involvement, thoughtful essays, and strong letters of recommendation play important roles in the application process.
To improve your chances of getting accepted to TCNJ, focus on maintaining a strong GPA, taking rigorous courses, having a well-rounded extracurricular profile, and spending time on crafting your college essays. Good luck with your application!
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