At Salem Community College we believe in the value of education. Our commitment is to meet the ever-changing needs of a diverse community by providing high-quality and affordable education in a dynamic learning environment.
School Highlights
Salem Community College serves 865 students (61% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 56%.
Quick Stats (2024)
Enrollment: 865 students
In-state tuition: $4,794
Out-state tuition: $4,794
Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
Minority enrollment: 38%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Salem Community College has declined by 13% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has decreased from 9:1 over five years.
The Salem Community College diversity score of 0.58 is less than the state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has declined by 13% over five years.
Total Enrollment
865 students
4,639 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
529 students
1,960 students
# Part-Time Students
336 students
2,679 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
893 students
545 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
529 students
1,960 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
32 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
336 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
3%
6%
% Hispanic
5%
25%
% Black
14%
13%
% White
62%
44%
% Two or more races
3%
2%
% Non Resident races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
10%
7%
Diversity Score
0.58
0.72
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
44%
29%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.42%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,800
$36,100
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,794 is less than the state average of $5,181. The in-state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,794 is less than the state average of $7,190. The out-state tuition has declined by 25% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,794
$5,181
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,794
$7,190
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
77%
77%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,750
$11,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,641
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
69%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
Salem Community College traces its origins to the opening of Salem
County Technical Institute in 1958. The institute quickly
established a reputation for excellence in postsecondary career
education, particularly in the technical and health fields.
Recognizing the college-level caliber of the institute's programs,
the Salem County Board of Chosen Freeholders requested approval to
grant degree-awarding authority to the institute. The New Jersey
Board of Higher Education evaluated the institute's programs and
granted the requested approval. On September 3, 1972, Salem
Community College was established by the Board of Chosen
Freeholders. Salem Community College is a two-year, public,
comprehensive institution of higher education authorized to grant
associate degrees (A.A., A.S. and A.A.S.) and certificates in over
40 liberal arts, business, practical nursing and technology
programs of study. SCC places strong emphasis on educational
outreach and an open admissions policy. SCC is committed to
providing quality instruction, academic support and student
services that meet students' educational goals. SCC has 11-acre
campus in Carneys Point, NJ. SCC enjoys the advantages of being in
a small suburban community while being near Wilmington Delaware,
Philadelphia and other metropolitan areas. The Carneys Point Campus
features the Glass Center, home of the nationally renowned programs
in scientific glass technology and glass art. The Salem Center
offers many of the same services available at the Carneys Point
campus, including credit-course registration and placement testing.
Salem Community College is fully accredited by the Middle States
Commission on Higher Education. In addition, the College and its
programs are approved by the New Jersey Commission on Higher
Education.
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Quick Stats (2024)
Enrollment: 865 students
In-state tuition: $4,794
Out-state tuition: $4,794
Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
Minority enrollment: 38%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For New Jersey public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,181 per year for in-state students and $7,190 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.
