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Public 2 Year

Hudson County Community College

Jersey City, New Jersey

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Overview

Enrollment

6,683
Hudson County Community College overview
Location Jersey City, New Jersey
Online hccc.edu
School Type Public 2 Year
Setting Large Suburban
Hudson County Community College overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing No
Level of Study Undergrad
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Hudson County Community College (HCCC) is a public, comprehensive two-year institution located in Jersey City, New Jersey, with its urban campus providing a backdrop of one of the nation's largest metropolitan areas, New York City. Established in 1974, HCCC has developed a range of academic programs, with highlights including Nursing, Culinary Arts, and STEM-related fields, catering to a diverse student body seeking associate degrees, certificates, and professional development. The college features an open admissions policy, indicative of its commitment to accessibility and educational opportunity. HCCC does not offer on-campus housing, focusing instead on serving as a commuter college. While the college does not emphasize a broad athletic program, it does engage students in various campus events and activities within the culturally rich and vibrant Hudson County community.

Hudson County Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  3,495 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,188 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,152 plus fees of $1,238.

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Admission Requirements

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Annual Cost to Attend

In District Resident Tuition

$3,576
In District Costs for Hudson County Community College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,500
Other Fees$1,238
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $10,920
Other Expenses Budget$3,750
Total One Year Cost$20,984

New Jersey Resident Tuition

$7,152
In State Costs for Hudson County Community College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,500
Other Fees$1,238
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $10,920
Budget for Other Expenses$3,750
Total One Year Cost$24,560

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$32,800 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Hudson County Community College students
Subject Percent of Class
Liberal Arts and Humanities 58%
Health Professions 14%
Business 11%
Personal and Culinary Services 4%
General Studies 4%

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Last updated February 24, 2024