College comparison

Kean University vs Southern Utah 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	Kean University Union, NJ	Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT
Acceptance rateKean University is more selective	76%	82%
SAT (25–75)	930–1150	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	11,433	9,289
Avg net price	$12,447	$10,462
Median earnings (10 yr)Kean University reports higher median earnings	$57,237	$50,296
Graduation rate	47%	61%
Median debt	$23,250	$12,500
Economic mobility	3.4%	1.0%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Public	Public

Quick answers

Is Kean University or Southern Utah University harder to get into?

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

What SAT score do you need for Kean University vs Southern Utah University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 930–1150 at Kean University and — at Southern Utah 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.