✓ From the official admissions page
Jan 1, 2027
Early Action
Non-binding
53 days left
Apr 30, 2027
Regular Decision
Non-binding
172 days left
“April 30: Preferred Application Deadline. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis thereafter.”
Application
Kean University Online Application (apply.kean.edu), The Common Application
Testing
Test-optional: SAT/ACT scores are not required.
Essays
1 essay prompt listed on the official page
Fee
$75
Programs that add a portfolio, an audition or their own steps. Check details on the linked page.
Fine Arts (Art Education and Studio Art B.F.A.)
Portfolio and academic writing sample (Art Education) or portfolio (Studio Art BFA) required.
Separate admission
Architecture and Design (Michael Graves College)
Portfolio of creative work (minimum 10, maximum 12 pieces for Architecture/Industrial Design); Interior Design also requires a video
Portfolio
Theatre
Actors: two contrasting monologues or a monologue and contrasting song not exceeding four minutes; Designers/Technicians: portfolio; plus wr
Portfolio
Music
Audition (in-person) or video portfolio review; instrument-specific repertoire; placement tests for entering majors
Audition · March 1
Art Education
Academic Writing Sample and Art Portfolio of 12-15 images, at least eight demonstrating freehand drawing and painting
Portfolio
- In-state tuition
- $15,300
- Out-of-state tuition
- $24,017
- Median earnings, 10 yrs
- $62,318
- 6-year graduation
- 48%