Mahadev Maitri Foundation
US Initiatives
Private Nonprofit2-year

Seminary Bnos Chaim

Lakewood, New Jersey Β· City: SmallOfficial Website β†—

#440
Nationally
#7
In New Jersey
43%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 80%
$12,000
Annual Tuition
per year
177
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
57/100
Good
#440 nationally
#7 in New Jersey
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability76
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth39

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

Seminary Bnos Chaim is a private nonprofit two-year community college located in Lakewood, New Jersey. With 177 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 43%, the institution is considered selective. Annual tuition is $12,000, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $12,873 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate43%↑ Above avg
National avg: 80%
380
Applied
165
Admitted
108
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$12,000/yr
Room & Board$300/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$12,900/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$12,000↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$12,873
$30,001 – $48,000$13,000
$48,001 – $75,000$13,523
$75,001 – $110,000$16,143
Student Body
177
Total Undergrads
100% F / 0% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 100%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($12,000/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $300/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (177 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 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
LocationLakewood, New Jersey
SettingCity: Small
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$12,873
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#7
in New Jersey out of 7+ colleges
#440
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.