Kean University
Higher EducationNew Jersey, United States1001-5000 Employees
Kean University is a public institution in Union, New Jersey, with a history spanning more than 150 years. It offers a broad array of programs, including more than 48 undergraduate and 35 graduate options, with doctoral study in psychology and education leadership. The university emphasizes a diverse faculty and a student-centered campus environment designed to support career readiness, lifelong learning, and personal growth. It positions itself as a major source of teachers in New Jersey. It hosts the New Jersey Center for Science Technology and Mathematics (NJCSTM), a statewide initiative focused on developing math, science, and technology teachers and researchers. Kean is located in Union County, approximately 30 minutes from New York City and an hour from Philadelphia, serving a substantial student population across multiple disciplines. The institution participates in partnerships designed to expand academic pathways, including a February 2026 transfer agreement with Middlesex County College enabling seamless entry to Kean for select early education programs. It operates distinctive programs such as a BS/MD track in partnership with Drexel University Medical School and St. Peter’s Hospital. The campus is also home to Liberty Hall Museum, a historic landmark that supports academic research and cultural education, reflecting the university’s broader commitment to access and preparation for professional careers.