Kean University is a world-class, vibrant and diverse institution offering more than 50 undergraduate majors, 60-plus graduate options and six doctoral degree programs. Kean distinguishes itself through excellence in academics, strategic investments in both research and cultural facilities and initiatives and a commitment to the success of every student.
Master's Programmes
Social Sciences (13)
- M.Sc. Accounting
- M.A. Criminal Justice
- M.A. Forensic Psychology
- MSW Social Work
Education & Training (12)
Business & Management (8)
- M.Sc. Accounting
- Master Nursing - Nursing Leadership
Medicine & Health (7)
Applied Sciences & Professions (4)
- M.A. Forensic Psychology
- MSW Social Work
Humanities (4)
Arts, Design & Architecture (3)
Computer Science & IT (1)
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (1)
- M.Sc. Exercise Science
Law (1)
- M.A. Criminal Justice
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (1)
- M.Sc. Biotechnology Science
About
History
Founded in 1855, Kean University was the first public post-secondary institution in New Jersey. With a rich history of excellence and innovation in higher education, Kean is a world-class, vibrant and diverse university offering more than 50 undergraduate majors and more than 60 options for graduate study, including six doctoral programs in a variety of disciplines.
Education
Kean is dedicated to academic excellence for everyone. Our students benefit from world-class instruction, meaningful research and career opportunities from the humanities to business, the sciences and beyond. Each of our academic programs is designed to prepare you to launch a meaningful career.
Choose from more than 50 bachelor's degree programs across all of our campuses — Union, Toms River, Manahawkin, Jefferson and Wenzhou, China.
Career
At Kean, we believe in helping all students find an internship or job to launch their careers. Our mission is to assist students and alumni in identifying their career goals and securing employment that fulfills them. We help every step of the way. Find out more.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
GSSA 2021
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Housing services
- The new freshman residence hall has traditional-style suites designed with two double bedrooms that are connected by a common area and share a private bathroom with a shower.
- Each bedroom comes furnished with beds, wardrobes, desks, desk chairs and a small refrigerator.
- The community features a large lounge on the first floor, a game room, multipurpose rooms and a laundromat-style laundry room with coinless washers and dryers.
- Each residential floor has 15 suites, two resident assistants and a floor lounge.
- The suites are equipped with an individually controlled air conditioning and heating system. The amenities in each suite include cable, telephone and internet.
Library services
The Nancy Thompson Library of Kean University is a comprehensive information and learning center that offers specialized collections and services designed to meet the academic information needs of the Kean University community. Located in the heart of the Kean campus, the Nancy Thompson Library houses the Library’s print, media, and online collections, with holdings of more than 275,000 volumes.
Medical services
Kean University Health Services is dedicated to ensuring the health of all students of Kean University whether on the Union campus or the Kean Ocean campus. If you cannot make it into our Union campus office, feel free to call or email us with any questions or concerns.
Student Life
Campus life
Leadership opportunities, Greek life, service, arts and so much more await you as a resident student. Live on campus and develop independence, a diverse group of friends and valuable life skills.
Sports facilities
We believe an active and engaged campus is essential for our students. Join a fraternity or sorority. Volunteer in the community. Go to the theatre. Watch our Cougars compete. Shoot some pool. Take the train into New York City. Enjoy.
Student clubs
The Center for Leadership and Service recognizes all student groups (Greek organizations, honor societies, student governments, student clubs and organizations) each semester. There are more than 160 student groups at Kean University.
Accreditation
Kean's overall university remains accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, the regional accrediting agency that oversees New Jersey colleges, Smith said.
Student Reviews
Great university
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
It's a great university full of different programs and great professors.
Advisors are extremely supportive
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
it was good but it could have been better with the staff
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
outstanding education in marketing, including modules of: Principles of Management; Management Information Systems; Marketing Research; Consumer Behavior; Managerial Decision Modeling; International Marketing; Seminar in Marketing Strategy; Principles of Accounting; MGT of Corporate Finance; Research and Technology; Marketing & Advertising Communication; Services Marketing
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