Cheapest Classics and Classical Languages Colleges in New Jersey

Princeton University stands out among New Jersey's six Classics programs with a net cost of just $10,555 despite its $59,710 sticker price, thanks to substantial financial aid. This creates an unusual situation where the state's most selective program (5.70% acceptance rate) becomes the most affordable option. New Jersey's proximity to major publishing houses and museums in New York and Philadelphia provides Classics graduates with opportunities in cultural institutions, editorial work, and academic research that value deep textual analysis skills.

Programs

$10,555 – $28,921

Net Price Range

75.6%

Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Princeton University Princeton, New Jersey	$10,555	$59,710	97.1%	5.7%
2	Saint Peter's University Jersey City, New Jersey	$12,973	$41,054	63.1%	88.8%
3	Montclair State University Montclair, New Jersey	$14,159	$14,766	64.3%	91.3%
4	Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, New Jersey	$23,519	$17,239	85.0%	66.3%
5	Drew University Madison, New Jersey	$25,644	$45,360	72.4%	72.7%
6	Seton Hall University South Orange, New Jersey	$28,921	$51,370	71.5%	75.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Princeton's net cost compare to public options for Classics studies?

Princeton's $10,555 net cost actually undercuts Montclair State's $14,159, making the Ivy League school more affordable than the public alternative. Rutgers-New Brunswick costs $23,519 net, more than double Princeton's effective price for qualifying families.

What explains the wide graduation rate gap between schools?

Princeton leads with a 97.10% graduation rate, while Saint Peter's achieves 63.10% and Montclair State reaches 64.30%. The 34-point spread between highest and lowest reflects differences in student preparation, support systems, and institutional resources across the state's Classics programs.

Does acceptance rate correlate with program affordability in New Jersey?

The data shows an inverse relationship where the most selective program costs least after aid. Princeton accepts only 5.70% of applicants but offers the lowest net price, while Montclair State accepts 91.31% but costs $3,600 more annually than Princeton for eligible students.

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