Safety Score
5.69 /1K students
incidents per 1,000 enrolled
Galloway, NJ · Clery Act 2023 · Public
Stockton University
According to the U.S. Department of Education's Clery Act filings, this profile covers campus safety, crime statistics, fire-safety data, and peer comparison for this 8,788-student campus.
- 5.69
- Incidents / 1k students
- #2,653
- Rank of 3,050
- #63
- NJ rank
- 8,788
- Enrolled students
Data updated June 2026
The verdict
Stockton University reports 5.69 on-campus Clery incidents per 1,000 enrolled students, ranking #2,653 of 3,050 ranked U.S. campuses - with more reported incidents than 89% of ranked campuses its size.
- 5.69
- incidents / 1,000 students
- #2,653
- of 3,050 ranked nationally
- 89%
- report fewer incidents than this campus
- 17
- on-campus incidents, 2023
Safety score = reported on-campus Clery incidents per 1,000 enrolled students (lower is safer).
Reporting-period change
What changed in 2023
Stockton University increased from 14 to 17 reported on-campus incidents between the 2022 and 2023 reporting years in the U.S. Department of Education OPE Campus Safety Survey.
This is a change in reported incidents, not a measure of individual safety. Enrollment, reporting practice, and category coverage can affect the count.
See national reporting-year changesStockton University is a Public institution located in Galloway, NJ, enrolling approximately 8,788 students. Clery Act data spanning 2021–2023 records 38 total on-campus incidents across all reported crime categories. Within NJ, it ranks #63 by safety score. Verify with the U.S. Department of Education Clery Act database →
With 8,788 enrolled students, this campus sits in the mid-sized institution bracket, which shapes how raw incident counts should be interpreted.
The most frequently reported category at Stockton University is "Rape" with 19 cumulative incidents across the reporting window. Compared to 5 peer institutions of similar enrollment size in NJ averaging 2.68 incidents per 1,000 students, Stockton University reports 112% more incidents per student.
Fire safety data covers 1 reporting year for on-campus residential facilities, logging 10 total fires. Arrests and disciplinary actions span 54 category-year records, covering liquor law violations, drug law violations, and weapons possession on-campus. No Department of Education Clery Act enforcement actions are recorded against this institution.
National Rank
#2653
See peer comparison
State Rank (NJ)
#63
within state peers
Incidents (2023)
17
across 11 crime categories
Where Stockton University sits among ranked U.S. campuses
On-campus Clery incidents per 1,000 students, every ranked campus with 2,000+ students
6 safer than 11% of 1,807 ranked campuses
Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more ranked campuses. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.
Source U.S. Department of Education, Campus Safety & Security Survey (Clery Act) · 2023
Safety percentile vs. peers
Stockton University percentile rank 13.0%
National median
Higher percentile = safer than more peers. Rank #2653 out of 3,050 ranked institutions (enrollment >= 500) in the OPE Campus Safety Survey.
Reporting density vs peer median
Stockton University reports 112% more incidents per student than the median of 5 peer institutions.
Academic & Financial Profile
Tuition & Costs
- In-State Tuition
- $16,266
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $24,524
- Avg Net Price
- $20,670
- Median Debt
- $20,500
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 42%
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate
- 89%
- SAT Average
- 1139
- SAT Math Range
- 500–610
- ACT Average
- 25
- ACT Range
- 21–25
Outcomes
- 4-Year Graduation Rate
- 70%
- Retention Rate
- 79%
- Median Earnings (6yr)
- $48,223
- Median Earnings (10yr)
- $57,602
- Loan Repayment (3yr)
- 70%
Source: IPEDS & College Scorecard. Methodology.
Crime Statistics by Year
11 categories 3 reporting years on-campus onlyStockton University: on-campus incidents by year
Rising 143% (7 → 17 incidents)
| Crime Type | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Arson | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Burglary | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Fondling | 10 | 2 | 0 |
| Incest | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Murder / Non-Negligent Manslaughter | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Negligent Manslaughter | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rape | 3 | 9 | 7 |
| Robbery | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Statutory Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: US Dept US Dept of Education OPE Campus Safety Survey. Figures show on-campus incidents
Fire Safety
| Year | Fires | Inj. | Deaths | Cat I | Cat II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Arrests & Disciplinary Actions
54 category-year records| Category | Year | Arrests | Discipline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drugs | 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| Drugs | 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| Drugs | 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| Drugs | 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| Drugs | 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| Drugs | 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| Liquor | 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| Liquor | 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| Liquor | 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| Liquor | 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| Liquor | 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| Liquor | 2023 | 0 | 1 |
| Weapons | 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| Weapons | 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| Weapons | 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| Weapons | 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| Weapons | 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| Weapons | 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| Drugs | 2022 | 0 | 0 |
| Drugs | 2022 | 0 | 0 |
Stockton University vs peer institutions
Side-by-side safety scores for 3 peers of similar enrollment
Scores are incidents per 1,000 enrolled students (lower is fewer).
NJ
Stockton University
5.69 incidents / 1,000 students
WA
Central Washington University
4.21 incidents / 1,000 students
ID
College of Southern Idaho
1.03 incidents / 1,000 students
Similar Institutions
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA · 8,796 enrolled
Safety Score 4.21
College of Southern Idaho
Twin Falls, ID · 8,775 enrolled
Safety Score 1.03
Mercy University
Dobbs Ferry, NY · 8,774 enrolled
Safety Score 0.91
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL · 8,804 enrolled
Safety Score 5.68
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT · 8,820 enrolled
Safety Score 1.59
Closest by National Rank
Institutions ranked nearest Stockton University nationally (rank #2653), regardless of size or state.
Allegheny College
Meadville, PA
National Rank #2652
Wagner College
Staten Island, NY
National Rank #2654
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL
National Rank #2651
Hampden-Sydney College
Hampden-Sydney, VA
National Rank #2655
Neumont College of Computer Science
Salt Lake City, UT
National Rank #2650
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stockton University safe?
Stockton University has a safety score of 5.69 (total on-campus incidents per 1,000 enrolled students) and ranks #2,653 nationally out of 3,050+ ranked institutions. Compare this with peer institutions for context.
What crimes are reported at Stockton University?
Aggravated Assault, Arson, Burglary, Fondling, Incest, and other categories, for calendar year 2023.
How does Stockton University compare to similar schools?
See the Similar Institutions section below for peers of similar enrollment in NJ.
Does Stockton University have fire safety data?
Yes. Stockton University reports fire safety data for on-campus residential facilities, including total fires, injuries, deaths, and fire damage categories. 10 fires were reported in the most recent year.
Understanding Stockton University's Safety Profile
Stockton University in Galloway, NJ enrolls 8,788 students and has a safety score of 5.69 incidents per 1,000 enrolled students , ranking #2653 nationally. This higher score indicates more reported incidents relative to enrollment, though context matters, urban campuses and larger institutions may have different reporting dynamics.
Reported incidents cover 2021 to 2023. On-campus incidents increased from 14 in 2022 to 17 in 2023.
Fire safety data covers on-campus residential facilities. 10 fires were reported in the most recent year.
What this means for you
Stockton University's 5.69 reported on-campus incidents per 1,000 students is a starting point for comparison, not a verdict on any student's safety.
- Weigh Stockton University against similar-size campuses, scale changes what the raw count means. Compare campuses
- A higher count can mean stronger reporting, not more danger. How the data works
- Clery covers campus grounds only. Campus vs. city crime
Figures reflect the 2023 Clery Act reporting year as filed with the U.S. Department of Education.
Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education, OPE Campus Safety & Security Survey (Clery Act). See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainCampus Editorial
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