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8 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

Of the 8 Public universities in New Jersey, Rutgers University-Camden ranks highest at #328 in the QS World University Rankings 2026. It is followed by Rutgers University-New Brunswick (QS World #328) and Rutgers University-Newark (QS World #328). The universities on this list offer 13 matching courses between them.

8 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
1Best overall
RU Rutgers University-Camden logo
QS World #328 #82 in United States Camden, New Jersey, United States

Rutgers University-Camden

Public University · 0 courses

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USD 37,276/yrTuition (indicative)
Founded
3,753Students
International
Admissions open
#328 QS World University Rankings 2026
#82 in United States
2Top pick
RU Rutgers University-New Brunswick logo
QS World #328 #83 in United States New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States
#328 QS World University Rankings 2026
#83 in United States
4Ranked
RU Rowan University logo
#441 in United States Glassboro, New Jersey, United States

Rowan University

Public University · 0 courses

No course listed yet for this search — see the university's full profile.

USD 26,932/yrTuition (indicative)
Founded
15,841Students
International
Admissions open
#441 in United States · by research impact
520,905 citations · h-index 235
5Ranked
WP William Paterson University of New Jersey logo
#684 in United States Wayne, New Jersey, United States

William Paterson University of New Jersey

Public University · 0 courses

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USD 25,344/yrTuition (indicative)
Founded
6,614Students
International
Admissions open
#684 in United States · by research impact
137,118 citations · h-index 148
6Ranked
SU Stockton University logo
#772 in United States Galloway, New Jersey, United States

Stockton University

Public University · 0 courses

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USD 24,524/yrTuition (indicative)
Founded
7,537Students
International
Admissions open
#772 in United States · by research impact
96,070 citations · h-index 125
7Ranked
KU Kean University logo
#799 in United States Union, New Jersey, United States

Kean University

Public University · 0 courses

No course listed yet for this search — see the university's full profile.

USD 22,446/yrTuition (indicative)
Founded
11,433Students
International
Admissions open
#799 in United States · by research impact
86,256 citations · h-index 120
8Ranked
RC Ramapo College of New Jersey logo
#1,088 in United States Mahwah, New Jersey, United States

Ramapo College of New Jersey

Public University · 0 courses

No course listed yet for this search — see the university's full profile.

USD 27,708/yrTuition (indicative)
Founded
4,898Students
International
Admissions open
#1,088 in United States · by research impact
31,356 citations · h-index 75

By university type

How these universities are ranked

3 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #328 (Rutgers University-Camden) to #328 (Rutgers University-Newark); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Rutgers University-Camden is cited most (21,978,962 citations).

Public, private and where they are

8 are public and 0 private (100% public). By location, New Jersey (8) account for the most of those we can place. Rutgers University-New Brunswick is the largest, with 37,751 students.

Levels, lengths and start dates

The most common subjects are Social Sciences & Psychology (4), Arts, Design & Architecture (2), Engineering (2) and Veterinary & Animal Sciences (1). The usual length is 4 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). Rutgers University-New Brunswick offers the widest choice, with 10 of these courses.

What it costs

We hold indicative fees for 8 of these universities. Kean University is the least expensive at USD 22,446 a year and Rutgers University-New Brunswick the most at USD 37,441; the middle of the range is about USD 27,708. Check each university's own fee page before you budget — figures change every year.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Public in New Jersey?

Rutgers University-Camden (QS World #328), Rutgers University-New Brunswick (QS World #328) and Rutgers University-Newark (QS World #328) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Public in New Jersey?

Of those with published fees, Kean University is the least expensive at about USD 22,446 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How many public universities offer Public in New Jersey?

8 public and 0 private universities are on this list.

How long does a Public course take in New Jersey?

Most listed courses run 4 years.

When do Public courses start in New Jersey?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Public courses in New Jersey?

Rutgers University-New Brunswick, with 10, ahead of Rutgers University-Newark (3).

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