Mahadev Maitri Foundation
US Initiatives
Private Nonprofit2-year

JFK Muhlenberg Harold B. and Dorothy A. Snyder Schools

Plainfield, New Jersey Β· Suburb: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#2239
Nationally
#52
In New Jersey
96%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 80%
$6,420
Annual Tuition
per year
572
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
50/100
Good
#2239 nationally
#52 in New Jersey
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability50
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth50

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

JFK Muhlenberg Harold B. and Dorothy A. Snyder Schools is a private nonprofit two-year community college located in Plainfield, New Jersey. With 572 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 96%, the institution is considered accessible. Annual tuition is $6,420, significantly below average for private colleges.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate96%↓ Below avg
National avg: 80%
238
Applied
229
Admitted
31
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$6,420/yr
Room & Board$7,173/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$32,089/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$6,420↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Student Body
572
Total Undergrads
86% F / 14% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 23%
Hispanic 23%
Black 26%
Asian 13%
Two or more 4%
International 7%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($6,420/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Open admissions policy (96% acceptance rate) β€” accessible to a wide range of students
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $7,173/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (572 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Data on some metrics is not yet available β€” contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students seeking an accessible path to a college degree, students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationPlainfield, New Jersey
SettingSuburb: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
State Ranking
#52
in New Jersey out of 7+ colleges
#2239
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.