Seton Hall University
South Orange, New Jersey · Private
Seton Hall University admitted 79% of 23,748 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1220–1400 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 71% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Seton Hall University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 15, 2026
- Early action II
- December 15, 2026
- Regular decision
- February 15, 2027
The application fee is $65, and Seton Hall University accepts the Common App fee waiver. Seton Hall University asks for the Common App personal essay, one teacher recommendation, and a counselor recommendation.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Seton Hall University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $72,720 a year. After grants, students paid $31,642 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Seton Hall University’s acceptance rate?
Seton Hall University admitted 79% of applicants: 18,738 of 23,748 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is Seton Hall University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 15, 2026, early action II is due December 15, 2026, and regular decision is due February 15, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Seton Hall University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1220 to 1400, with a median around 1300. A score at or above 1300 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Seton Hall University’s application fee?
The application fee is $65 for 2026–27, and Seton Hall University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does Seton Hall University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Seton Hall University asks for the Common App personal essay, one teacher recommendation, and a counselor recommendation.
Does Seton Hall University have supplemental essays?
No. Seton Hall University has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.
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