Berkeley College
44 Rifle Camp Rd, West Paterson, NJ, 07424 -
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Berkeley College provides an all-encompassing educational experience designed to develop professional competencies and awareness for business careers and to provide the knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of our culture necessary to meet the demands of our ever-changing society....
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| County | Passaic County, NJ | - |
| Title IV Eligible | Yes | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level | 4 or more years | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Private, for profit | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 2,325 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 404 students | 1,444 students |
| Total Enrollment | 2,729 students | 2,213 students |
| Total Dormitory Capacity | 127 students | 229 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 95% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 56% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $3,250 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 64% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $6,015 | $1,273 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 84% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $3,426 | $1,146 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 77% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $5,390 | $3,129 |
School Notes:
- Established in 1931, Berkeley College is a coeducational college specializing in business. With six locations in New York and New Jersey, USA, and students from 29 states and 88 foreign countries, Berkeley is widely recognized for its academic excellence.
- From the initial class of 50 students to the current combined student body of more than 5,000, growth continues at Berkeley College. Today, Berkeley College is convenient and accessible at six locations in New York and New Jersey, and plans to welcome incoming students to its newest campus in Newark, NJ in 2006. Additionally, Berkeley College's unique online learning program continues to expand as a popular alternative to the traditional classroom learning environment.
- The Garret Mountain campus in the West Paterson–Little Falls area of New Jersey occupies a lush, green setting atop Garret Mountain. With an idyllic view of a reservoir and surrounding suburbs, more than 1,200 day and evening students enjoy studying and relaxing on the beautiful grounds when classes are not in session.
- The main academic building is a modern, three-wing brick structure, which accommodates faculty and administrative offices; a library; attractively furnished, air-conditioned classrooms; as well as three computer classrooms with 80 computers. Adjacent to the Academic Center is a multi-level building which contains general purpose and computer classrooms and labs with more than 80 additional computers.
- Through Berkeley's recreational programs, students are able to participate in intramural and intercollegiate sports including basketball, soccer, volleyball, and softball, as well as participate in a variety of extra-curricular activities.
- Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.
In the News:
- Carol Lynn Smith appointed dean at Berkeley College Online (The West Milford Messenger)
posted on September 17, 2009 at 07:20:50 am
Berkeley College Associate Provost of Faculty Affairs Marianne P. Vakalis, EdD, is pleased to announce that Carol Lynn Smith, MBA, has been appointed dean of Berkeley College Online. In this role Ms. Smith will work closely with school deans, department chairs and the Office of Faculty Affairs, and will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing planning, delivery and assessment of online ... - No Title - 0731AroundTown (The Record and Herald News)
posted on July 31, 2009 at 06:57:22 pm
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church will have its annual food festival and carnival at 10 St. Francis Way in Passaic July 31 from 6 p.m. to midnight; Aug. 1, 4 p.m. to midnight and Aug. 2 from 4 to 10 p.m. - West Morris Central High School graduates prepare for the future (Observer-Tribune)
posted on July 24, 2009 at 10:39:54 am
WASHINGTON TWP. – The West Morris Central High School class of 2009 has graduated and most grads plan to continue their educations. - Authorities say dead body in river is Passaic man sought in death of his three-year-old niece (The Star-Ledger)
posted on May 1, 2009 at 03:24:24 pm
Just hours after burying her 3-year-old granddaughter, Eileen Camejo answered a knock at the door today from authorities, come to advise her that her son's body had washed ashore on the banks of the Passaic River. A seven-day search of... - Dwight Wilbur, starting guard for Villanova in 1985, sees similarities between that team and the 2009 version (The Star-Ledger)
posted on April 4, 2009 at 12:41:42 am
Amy Sancetta/Associated PressVillanova team members gather at center court during their final practice before their NCAA Final Four meeting with North Carolina Saturday. DETROIT -- The souvenirs and mementos are everywhere in his North Jersey home. Caps, buttons, pictures, a...
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