Essex County College

Overview

Essex County College (ECC), located in Newark, New Jersey, is a public community college that offers students an array of associate degree programs and certificates across various disciplines. Established in 1966, ECC is situated within an urban campus setting, providing a diverse collegiate environment in close proximity to the cultural and economic opportunities of the New York City metropolitan area. The college has a broad academic profile which includes popular majors in areas such as Nursing, Criminal Justice, and Business. ECC is known for an open admissions policy, aiming to provide higher education to all who seek it. While the college does not offer on-campus housing, it serves primarily commuter students. ECC's emphasis on affordability and flexible scheduling caters to a substantial number of part-time students and working adults.

Essex County College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  2,998 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,468 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,897 plus fees of $1,244.

Essex County College is designated as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and receives federal grants supporting the school's efforts to serve low and middle-income Black Americans.