Fairleigh Dickinson University
Fairleigh Dickinson University is the largest private institution in New Jersey. With two distinct locations, the picturesque Florham Campus in Madison, and the high-energy Metropolitan Campus in Teaneck; FDU offers over 100 career-centered degree programs.
Our bold new vision blends in-demand programs with real-world experience through internships, mentoring, research and partnerships across industries and the communities which surround us.
Prepare for a life-changing career at FDU by taking advantage of our robust study abroad program, attentive student-center services, and and vibrant campus life. FDU truly gives you a personal, transformational experience that will feed your passions and enhance your potential.
Our bold new vision blends in-demand programs with real-world experience through internships, mentoring, research and partnerships across industries and the communities which surround us.
Prepare for a life-changing career at FDU by taking advantage of our robust study abroad program, attentive student-center services, and and vibrant campus life. FDU truly gives you a personal, transformational experience that will feed your passions and enhance your potential.
Accepts first-year applicationsMid-AtlanticPrivateSuburbanMedium (2,001 to 14,999)Co-Ed
Academic programs
- Engineering
- Science
- Technology
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Nursing
- Communication
- Art & Design
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Performing Arts
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
- Psychology
- Computer Science
- Pharmacy
- Public health
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Greek Life
- Intramural/Club Sports
- Military/Veteran Services
- On-Campus Housing
- ROTC Program
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
Application information
First-year
First year full time students are those applying directly after graduating high school with no prior college enrollment or those who have attempted/completed less than 24 college credits while enrolled at another institution.
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Additional information
FDU provides its students with a variety of different learning experiences that will teach, challenge and prepare you for a lifetime of success. Our classes are small and personal, and give you the opportunity to better connect with your instructors and other students. Every class is taught by an experienced, engaged professor, and we emphasize experiential learning, which we believe better prepares students for the real world.
FDU is test optional. Though standardized test scores are not required, students are welcome to submit SAT or ACT scores with their application for admission.
FDU is test optional. Though standardized test scores are not required, students are welcome to submit SAT or ACT scores with their application for admission.
Visit us
FDU offers student-led campus tours Monday through Friday and on select weekends at both of our NJ locations. You will attend a brief presentation and then a walking tour of our academic buildings and residence halls. Register today at fdu.edu/visit.
"I was met with such incredible professors that helped change my life. The communication, the education and the opportunities to learn were so vast that when the door opened for me to come to Fairleigh Dickinson, I jumped right on it.