Thomas Edison State University
TESU
Trenton, New Jersey 08608
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Strong graduate outcomes — known for business
Thomas Edison State University is a public institution in Trenton with particular strength in business and health sciences.
A mid-sized campus of 6.7K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
graduates earn a median of $69,331 a decade after enrollment.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History Thomas Edison State College was approved by the New Jersey Board of Education in December 1971, and established on July 1, 1972.
- •In 2015, the college was awarded university status.
Source: Wikipedia
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Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
77.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
-1.6%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$7,813
Programs (87)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
50
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from NJ state average + city premium
Climate (School Year)
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Getting There
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Distance to Cities
Visit Planning
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Plan Your Visit
Days out near Trenton
NewTwo or three colleges you can see in one day around Trenton, from real bookable tour times.
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