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Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan is found in Teaneck, New Jersey. Teaneck is a large suburb. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Doctoral degree at Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan.
The school is known for its programs in family and social work.
Admission to Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 440. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 450 and 550. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
Students numbered 8,237 in 2005 at the school.
A lot of students at Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan attend part-time. The school offers students meal plans. Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan values student athletics, and belongs to the Northeast Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Fairleigh Dickinson University - Metropolitan Campus
1000 River Rd
Teaneck, NJ 07666
General Phone: (201) 692-2000
Admissions Phone: (800) 338-8803
Financial Aid Phone: (973) 443-8700
http://www.fdu.edu
Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 297 | general studies, liberal arts and sciences, humanities, English, political science, sociology, history, international relations |
| Business And Management | 264 | business management, accounting, finance, MIS, business administration, managerial economics, marketing, marketing research, ... |
| Family And Social Work | 232 | social service professions, public administration |
| Education And Teaching | 107 | teacher ed, education of learning disabled, educational administration, multicultural education |
| Therapy And Counseling | 93 | psychology, school psychology, clinical psychology |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 74 | computer science, computer engineering, information technology |
| Engineering | 66 | electrical engineering |
| Media | 52 | media studies, communication and journalism, communication studies |
| Science | 45 | biology, biological and physical sciences, marine biology, chemistry, neuropharmacology, biochemistry |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 37 | registered nursing |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 26 | criminal justice and administration |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 16 | radiographyer, medical lab tech, clinical lab tech |
| Hospitality | 13 | hospitality management |
| Engineering Technician | 12 | mechanical engineering tech, electronics tech, construction engineering tech |
| Art Studies | 10 | visual and performing arts |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 6 | environmental science |
| Mathematics | 5 | mathematics |
Number of programs and degrees for Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 722 | 31 |
| Bachelor's degree | 545 | 35 |
| Associate's degree | 46 | 2 |
| Doctor's degree | 39 | 2 |
| Post-master's certificate | 3 | 1 |
In 2005, Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan had a total enrollment of 8,237 students (5,033 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 42% |
| Women | 58% |
| Full-Time | 90% |
| Part-Time | 10% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 68% |
| Graduate | 32% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 48% |
| Black | 11% |
| Hispanic | 9% |
| Asian | 6% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 15% |
| (Foreign Students) | 10% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 24% |
| 18-19 | 13% |
| 20-21 | 9% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New Jersey | 65% |
| Foreign countries | 18% |
| New York | 9% |
| Maryland | 2% |
| Pennsylvania | 2% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Massachusetts | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 69 % |
| Part-Time | 27 % |
Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan offers campus housing for 1,026 of its 5,033 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Teaneck, New Jersey for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school offers students a meal plan with 11 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,775 | 1,792 | 65% | 499 | 28% |
| Men | 1,111 | 714 | 64% | 209 | 29% |
| Women | 1,664 | 1,078 | 65% | 290 | 27% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 440 | 540 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 550 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 89% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
Admissions Phone Number: (800) 338-8803
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 22,604 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 22,604 |
| Room and board | $ 10,426 |
| Room charge | $ 5,878 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,624 |
| Books and supplies | $ 3,228 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,634 |
Financial Aid:
Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 260700)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (973) 443-8700
Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 6 | $97,960 | 4 | $89,309 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 4 | $104,915 | 4 | $73,186 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 4 | $62,030 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 3 | $54,972 | 4 | $56,426 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 15 | $86,873 | 17 | $69,580 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 37 | $78,479 | 19 | $80,349 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 23 | $65,444 | 6 | $63,696 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 18 | $57,639 | 19 | $52,803 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 3 | $53,200 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 10 | $50,124 | 9 | $45,806 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 88 | $67,587 | 56 | $62,213 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Northeast Conference |
| Baseball | Northeast Conference |
| Track | Northeast Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 63 | 80 | 143 |
| Track | 15 | 14 | 29 |
| Basketball | 13 | 12 | 25 |
| Baseball | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| All Other Sports | 22 | 54 | 76 |
ART STUDIES
Visual and Performing Arts, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business/Commerce, General
Business/Managerial Economics
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations, Other
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing Research
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Taxation
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Science
Information Technology
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education/Teaching Individuals - Specific Learning Disabilities
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Multicultural Education
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
ENGINEERING
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Communication and Media Studies, Other
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
Neuropharmacology
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Clinical Psychology
Psychology, General
School Psychology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % students 40 years or older (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
| Minority % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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