College comparison

Colorado Mesa University vs Kean University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction, CO	Kean University Union, NJ
Acceptance rateKean University is more selective	82%	76%
SAT (25–75)	930–1160	930–1150
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	8,143	11,433
Avg net price	$15,103	$12,447
Median earnings (10 yr)Kean University reports higher median earnings	$45,823	$57,237
Graduation rate	41%	47%
Median debt	$22,000	$23,250
Economic mobility	2.0%	3.4%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Public	Public

Quick answers

Is Colorado Mesa University or Kean University harder to get into?

Kean University is more selective: Colorado Mesa University's acceptance rate is approximately 82% and Kean University's is approximately 76% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Colorado Mesa University vs Kean University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 930–1160 at Colorado Mesa University and 930–1150 at Kean University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.