Berkeley College-Woodland Park

  • 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.

School Highlights

Berkeley College-Woodland Park serves 2,852 students (54% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 65%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 2,852 students
  • Private-state tuition: $23,700
  • Acceptance Rate: 77%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
  • Minority enrollment: 93%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 439 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Berkeley College-Woodland Park
(NJ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Master's Colleges & Universities: Small Programs
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
439 staff
445 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Berkeley College-Woodland Park has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Berkeley College-Woodland Park diversity score of 0.68 is less than the state average of 0.77. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,852 students
2,085 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
19:1
# Full-Time Students
1,533 students
766 students
# Part-Time Students
1,319 students
1,319 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
269 students
334 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,483 students
766 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
50 students
50 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,213 students
1,213 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
106 students
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
20 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
1%
8%
% Hispanic
37%
26%
% Black
12%
15%
% White
7%
35%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
40%
10%
Diversity Score
0.68
0.77
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
40%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
44%
44%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$40,400
$36,100

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $23,700 is more than the state average of $16,268. The private state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$23,700
$16,268
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$22,316
$11,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,714
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
77%
73%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Knights
  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Berkeley College-Woodland Park cost?
Berkeley College-Woodland Park's private state tuition is approximately $23,700.
What is the acceptance rate of Berkeley College-Woodland Park?
The acceptance rate of Berkeley College-Woodland Park is 77%, which is higher than the state average of 73%.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 2,852 students
  • Private-state tuition: $23,700
  • Acceptance Rate: 77%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
  • Minority enrollment: 93%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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For New Jersey public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,470 per year for in-state students and $7,575 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,268 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in New Jersey is 76%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

New Jersey community colleges have a diversity score of 0.77, which is higher than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in New Jersey is DeVry University-New Jersey. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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