Ranked as the #1 public master's college in the northern region of the United States by U.S. News & World Report, The College of New Jersey has been named one of the "most competitive" colleges in the nation by Barron's Profiles of American Colleges. A highly selective institution, TCNJ is regarded for offering an exceptional education at a reasonable cost. The approximately 5,600 full-time undergraduate students enjoy an average class size of 21 students and a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. TCNJ provides an interactive and supportive learning experience, where students collaborate with faculty members on innovative research and engage in discussion and analysis of relevant issues.

A strong liberal arts core forms the foundation for a wealth of degree programs offered through TCNJ’s seven schools—Arts & Communication; Business; Culture and Society; Education; Science; Nursing, Health, and Exercise Science; and Engineering.
Known for its aesthetic beauty and ranked by the Princeton Review as one of the most beautiful in the country, TCNJ's campus is set on 289 tree-lined acres in suburban Ewing Township, within one hour of New York City, Philadelphia, and a number of coastal resort communities.