- Hudson County Community College has come to be recognized as a valuable community asset where residents can receive a high quality education, at an affordable price, close to home. The College enjoys full and unrestricted general accreditation from the Middle States Association, and programs in nursing, culinary arts and technology have received specialized professional certifications.
School Highlights
Hudson County Community College serves 7,763 students (51% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the state community college average of 28:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 66%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 7,763 students
- In-state tuition: $5,020
- Out-state tuition: $8,740
- Student-teacher ratio: 35:1
- Minority enrollment: 89%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Hudson County Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 221 teachers has declined by 50% over five years.
Hudson County Community College
(NJ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Year Founded
1974
Campus Size
20 acres
Total Faculty
221 staff
39 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Hudson County Community College has grown by 10% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 35:1 has increased from 16:1 over five years.
The Hudson County Community College diversity score of 0.70 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,763 students
1,147 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
35:1
28:1
# Full-Time Students
3,985 students
577 students
# Part-Time Students
3,778 students
570 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
7,763 students
1,012 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,985 students
503 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,778 students
570 students
% Asian
8%
7%
% Hispanic
50%
29%
% Black
13%
17%
% White
11%
34%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
2%
2%
% Unknown races
12%
8%
Diversity Score
0.70
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
17%
40%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,700
$37,100
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $5,020 is less than the state average of $5,553. The in-state tuition has declined by 40% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,740 is more than the state average of $7,667. The out-state tuition has declined by 25% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,020
$5,553
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,740
$7,667
Tuition Notes
* county resident rate for 12 credits/semester
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
82%
83%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,875
$11,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,100
$5,500
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
28 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Active MindsArt Club
Business and Accounting ClubC.A.R.E. Club (Nursing)
Chi Alpha Epsilon (Honor Society)Computer Science Club
Criminal Justice ClubCulinary Arts Club
Enviromental ClubGaming Central Club
​Honors Student CouncilHospitality Club
Human Services ClubLGBTQIA Club
Literary ClubModel United Nations
Music ClubNational Society of Leadership and Success
Phi Theta Kappa Honor SocietyPoetry Club
Psi Beta (Psychology Honor Society)Psychology Club
Sigma Kappa Delta (English Honor Society)​STEM Club
Student Government Association​Teacher Education Club
The Orator (Student Newspaper)Theater Arts Club
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- When the New Jersey Board of Higher Education approved the establishment of a community college commission in Hudson County in September, 1974, the Commission became the first agency of its kind in the country. In the Spring of 1981, the Institution's official name became Hudson County Community College. Over the past decade, the credit enrollment has grown to more than 9,000 students, and not-for-credit enrollments have increased more than 10 times. The curricula have been revised and expanded to include more and stronger transfer and career programs, including a Paramedic Science degree program launched last semester. The College has established a centralized counseling program, and reorganized student government/student activities programs provide a strong co-curricular supplement to academic programs. Hudson County Community College offers a full range of associate-degree and certificate programs, many of which may lead to immediate employment. Students may select courses of study in Allied Health, Business, Computer Science, Culinary Arts, Education, Engineering/Technology, Liberal Arts and Social Sciences. HCCC's chapter of the international Phi Theta Kappa honor society is a source of special pride for the College and has earned national and statewide recognition for excellence. The Center for Business and Industry has been established to provide contract training for county employers and local businesses. A recently established Division of Technology and Instructional Support Services is implementing ambitious plans to incorporate state-of-the-art technology into the classroom and workplace.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Hudson County Community College cost?
Hudson County Community College's tuition is approximately $5,020 for In-State students and $8,740 for Out-State students.
What is Hudson County Community College's ranking?
Hudson County Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New Jersey for: Average community college minority breakdown and Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Hudson County Community College located?
Hudson County Community College is located in the Journal Square neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 1 other community '.college.' located in Journal Square.
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