- Cumberland County College is a comprehensive community college that is accessible, learning-centered, and dedicated to serving a diverse community of learners and employers through quality innovative programs, services and the appropriate use of technology for life-long learning.
School Highlights
Cumberland County College serves 2,989 students (46% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is same as the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 56%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 2,989 students
- In-state tuition: $4,590
- Out-state tuition: $14,460
- Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
- Minority enrollment: 64%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 230 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Cumberland County College
(NJ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
230 staff
439 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Cumberland County College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Cumberland County College diversity score of 0.71 is less than the state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,989 students
4,639 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
1,361 students
1,960 students
# Part-Time Students
1,628 students
2,679 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
294 students
545 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,361 students
1,960 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
32 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,628 students
2,504 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
15 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
20 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
2%
6%
% Hispanic
36%
25%
% Black
15%
13%
% White
36%
44%
% Two or more races
4%
2%
% Non Resident races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
5%
7%
Diversity Score
0.71
0.72
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
35%
29%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.42%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,100
$36,100
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,590 is less than the state average of $5,181. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $14,460 is more than the state average of $7,190. The out-state tuition has grown by 68% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,590
$5,181
Out-State Tuition Fees
$14,460
$7,190
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
83%
77%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,000
$11,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,000
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
69%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Cumberland was the first community college in New Jersey to open its own campus in October 1966. The 100-acre campus, featuring nine buildings, provides an excellent educational and social atmosphere. Whether your educational goals lie in a transfer-oriented program, career education, professional growth or personal enrichment, Cumberland County College offers you quality instruction and dedicated service. If you're an employer, Cumberland offers services and training programs that will help your organization to succeed. Cumberland County College is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cumberland County College cost?
Cumberland County College's tuition is approximately $4,590 for In-State students and $14,460 for Out-State students.
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