Pillar CollegePillar College
Newark, NJ · Northeast
- Cost after aid
- $8,470
- Graduation rate
- 38%
About Pillar College
Pillar College is a very small private university in Newark, NJ, in a city setting.
What Pillar College looks for
Pillar College admits the majority of applicants who meet its baseline academic profile. For most students applying here, the work is in writing applications that reflect real fit rather than treating the application as a checklist. Demonstrated interest matters more here than at the most selective schools. Visiting, attending an info session, and asking real questions of admissions all move the needle.
Frequently asked
What does Pillar College actually cost after financial aid?
Average net cost (after institutional aid) is about $8,470 per year. Net cost varies enormously by family income; run the school's net price calculator for an estimate that reflects your situation.
Is Pillar College a reach, match, or safety for me?
Compare your stats to the middle 50% above. If you are at or below the 25th percentile, treat Pillar College as a reach. If you are in the middle 50%, it is a match. Above the 75th percentile and the school accepts above 25% overall, it is closer to a safety. Selectivity below 20% should be treated as a reach for everyone, period.
