- Middlesex College, formerly Middlesex County College, is a public community college with its main campus in Edison, New Jersey. It was founded by the Middlesex County Board of Elected Freeholders in 1964 and serves the needs of Middlesex County as well as surrounding communities.
School Highlights
Middlesex College serves 15,660 students (29% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the state community college average of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the state average of 65%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 15,660 students
- In-state tuition: $3,996
- Out-state tuition: $7,992
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student:teacher ratio: 24:1
- Minority enrollment: 77%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Middlesex College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 663 teachers has declined by 15% over five years.
Middlesex College
(NJ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
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
1964
Colors
Blue, Green
Total Faculty
663 staff
445 staff
Number of Programs Offered
72
45
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Middlesex College has grown by 40% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.
The Middlesex College diversity score of 0.79 is more than the state average of 0.77. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
15,660 students
2,085 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
19:1
# Full-Time Students
4,561 students
766 students
# Part-Time Students
11,099 students
1,319 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
156 students
334 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,561 students
766 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
50 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
11,099 students
1,213 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
20 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
22%
8%
% Hispanic
30%
26%
% Black
10%
15%
% White
23%
35%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
4%
2%
% Unknown races
7%
10%
Diversity Score
0.79
0.77
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
27%
40%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
44%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$40,500
$36,100
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,996 is less than the state average of $5,470. The in-state tuition has declined by 46% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,992 is more than the state average of $7,575. The out-state tuition has grown by 7% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,996
$5,470
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,992
$7,575
Tuition Notes
$0 for students who make less than $65,000 and are enrolled in at least 6 credits.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
57%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,523
$11,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,143
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
100%
76%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
56 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Advocates for Students with Learning Differences, African Diaspora Alliance, Alpha Delta Nu, Alpha Mu Gamma, ASEZ, Association of MCC Nursing Students, Business Club, Catholic Campus Ministry, Computer Science Club, CRU, Earth Science Club, Educational Opportunity Fund Club, Fine Arts Club, French Club, Geek Index, Hallyu Club, Healthy Active Minds, Hindu Student Council, History & Human Rights Awareness Club, Humanities Honor Society, Indian Student Association, Juvenile Justice Reform Club, Kappa Delta Pi, Kappa Pi, MCC Community Gospel Choir, MCC Feminist Collective, Multi-Cultural Club, Music Club, Muslim Student Association, New Brunswick Center Club, Organization of Latino Unity, Phi Theta Kappa, Philosophy Club, Physics Society, Pokemon Go Club, Psi Beta, Rotaract Club, Sexuality and Gender Acceptance, Social Club, STEM, Student American Dental Hygienists, Student Association of Radiographers, Super Smash Brothers Club, United Students of Perth Amboy, Veterans and Service Members Association, Volunteers in Action
Arts and Music Programs:
Backstage Players, Blue Colt Radio, Blue Colt Vibe, Improv Club, Quo Vadis Student Newspaper
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Dance Club, Kung Fu & Self Defense, Martial Arts, Step Team, Track and Field Club
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Colts
- Founded in 1964 by the Middlesex County Board of Freeholders, the College now enrolls approximately 10,000 students. The campus population is diverse, with students from 64 different countries in attendance, 34% Hispanic, 28% White, 16% Asian, 12% Black. Degrees conferred include the Associate in Arts, Associate in Fine Arts, Associate in Science and the Associate in Applied Science. The College offers more than 700 courses in100 different degree and certificate programs with many specially designed transfer programs. The College campus covers 200 acres with 25 buildings including state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories, a fully-equipped Recreation Center and a 440-seat Performing Arts Center. The College has centers in New Brunswick and Perth Amboy. 60 percent of the College's graduates pursue additional higher education. Almost 100 percent of students transfer successfully. Articulation agreements with many different colleges and universities ease transfer. The College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and for specific programs: the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, the American Dental Association, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, the American Medical Association Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation, the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences, the National League for Nursing Accreditation and the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Middlesex College cost?
Middlesex College's tuition is approximately $3,996 for In-State students and $7,992 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Middlesex College?
The acceptance rate of Middlesex College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 76%.
What sports does Middlesex College offer?
Middlesex College offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is Middlesex College's ranking?
Middlesex College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New Jersey for: Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.
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