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Hudson County Community College
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Hudson County Community College Academics
Accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Hudson County Community College (HCCC) offers many associate degree programs and certificate programs in the following areas of study: allied health, computer science, culinary arts, business, engineering and technology, education, liberal arts and social sciences.
The two-year associate degree programs are designed to prepare students for four-year colleges or universities. The degrees offered include Associate of Applied Science (AAS); Associate of Science (AS), and Associate in Arts (AA). The AAS degree can also prepare students for entry-level positions in the workforce. There are also many one-year certificate programs HCCC offers for students wanting to enter the workforce immediately. These programs are designed to provide real-world knowledge and give students an advantage when entering the workforce.
In addition, HCCC provides community education for those interested in enhancing their skills. Courses include learning computer programs, culinary classes, teacher education courses, and classes for improving English language skills.
A unique aspect of HCCC is the Center for Business and Industry (CBI). For over 15 years, CBI has provided many area businesses, local governments, and community-based organizations customized training for their employees. With the completion of a new HCCC Conference Center in 2008, CBI uses this executive style facility to present a variety of training programs including workforce readiness skills training, managerial and business seminars, computer education, and business-specific accounting programs.
Hudson County Community College Admissions
Hudson County Community College (HCCC) is open to a variety of students including degree-seeking students, transfer students, high school graduates, and working professionals.
There are four basic steps for admission:
- Submit a completed application for admission (application can be downloaded from the HCCC website), along with a $15 application fee.
- Provide all transcripts (high school and prior college).
- Take the college placement exam.
- Provide official school immunization record or proof of immunization from the public health department.
Admissions applications are available in English and in Spanish.
Hudson County Community College Financial Aid
Hudson County Community College provides a variety of financial aid options for qualifying students. Students may be eligible for grants, scholarships, loans, or work-study. Federal and State aid includes Pell grants, Stafford loans, PLUS loans, Federal Supplemental Opportunity grant, Federal Work Study, Veterans tuition program, and Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) grant. HCCC’s website provides a detailed listing of all financial aid available to its students, along with descriptions of each type of aid.
All students must fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for financial assistance. Non-degree seeking students are not eligible for financial aid.
Hudson County Community College Students
Hudson County Community College (HCCC) serves a wide range of commuting students, including students preparing for four-year institutions, students seeking associate degrees, and community education students. HCCC provides many opportunities for students to be involved in campus life, including over ten clubs and organizations, a student government group, a variety of social events to attend, annual leadership training, and several student publications, including a college yearbook, a monthly student newsletter, a student handbook, and a student literary magazine.
Hudson County Community College Athletics
Hudson County Community College (HCCC) does not offer any athletic programs at this time.
Information Summary
Ranks 2841st overall and 41st in New Jersey
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
40.1 |
|---|---|
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$4,723 |
| Admission
Success rate |
N/A |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
51 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
57% / 43% |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
6,703 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Jersey City, NJ 07306
| Surrounding community | Large suburb (inside urban area but outside city, pop. over 250,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 54,912 (54,912 urban / N/A rural) |
| Households | 20,304 (2.64 people per house) |
| Families | 12,406 (3.36 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 9,629 |
| Pop. — Asian | 14,181 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 121 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 572 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 22,966 |
| Pop. — Other | 12,063 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Associate's — Public Urban-serving Single Campus
| Undergraduate | Associates |
|---|---|
| Graduate | N/A |
| Undergraduate Population | Medium full-time two-year |
| Enrollment | Exclusively undergraduate two-year |
| Size & Setting | Medium two-year |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Associate's degree |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Semester |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning | |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force | —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending Hudson County Community College?
Ranks 3037th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $2,460 | $4,920 | $7,380 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $963 | $963 | $963 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $113 | $196 | $278 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $4,723 | $7,183 | $9,643 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $16,773 | $19,233 | $21,693 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $7,773 | $10,233 | $12,693 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $3,213  $3,423 |
$5,553  $5,883 |
$7,893  $8,343 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,200  $1,300 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $9,000  $9,000 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $2,840  $3,050 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $2,700  $3,050 |
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Admission Criteria
What criteria does Hudson County Community College use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record | N/A / N/A / N/A |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | N/A |
| TOEFL | N/A |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Required, 
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does Hudson County Community College accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | N/A |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | N/A |
| Board Fee | N/A |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
Hudson County Community College Ranks 5132nd for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $1,424 | 863 |  59% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $776 | 634 |  43% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | $720 | 14 |  1% |
| Student Loan Aid | $1,336 | 53 |  4% |
| Any financial aid type | 1,096 |  74% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at Hudson County Community College?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 39 | 52 | 91 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 395 | 824 | 1,219 |
Hispanic | 929 | 1,918 | 2,847 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 511 | 613 | 1,124 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 3 | 2 | 5 |
White Non-Hispanic | 315 | 442 | 757 |
Race Unknown | 259 | 401 | 660 |
| Total | 2,451 | 4,252 | 6,703 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at Hudson County Community College.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59 | 186 | 245 | |
| 20 | 64 | 84 | |
| 17 | 20 | 37 | |
| 14 | 22 | 36 | |
| 14 | 16 | 30 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
Hudson County Community College Ranks 1516th for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $54,286 ($56,552 male / $51,846 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 81 (42 male / 39 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 269 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 0.3 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | $1,710,165 |
Hudson County Community College Summary
The following paragraph provided courtesy of wikipedia.
Hudson County Community College is an accredited, co-educational, two-year, public, community college located in Hudson County, New Jersey. In 1974, an act of the New Jersey Legislature made it possible for a county that lacked a community college to establish a community college commission.
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