School Highlights
Union County College serves 7,930 students (44% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 93%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 7,930 students
- In-state tuition: $8,400
- Out-state tuition: $8,400
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Union County College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 643 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Union County College
(NJ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
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
Total Faculty
643 staff
439 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Union County College has declined by 13% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 14:1 over five years.
The Union County College diversity score of 0.73 is less than the state average of 0.79. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,930 students
1,382 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
3,486 students
567 students
# Part-Time Students
4,444 students
815 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
667 students
545 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,486 students
567 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
32 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,444 students
586 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
9 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
20 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
4%
% Asian
29%
15%
% Hispanic
n/a
7%
% Black
38%
22%
% White
3%
7%
% Hawaiian
19%
34%
% Two or more races
5%
8%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
1%
3%
Diversity Score
0.73
0.79
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3426%
0.4254%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4107%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,100
$36,100
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $8,400 is more than the state average of $5,181. The in-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,400 is more than the state average of $7,190. The out-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$8,400
$5,181
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,400
$7,190
Tuition Notes
higher tuition for o
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
74%
87%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,250
$11,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,000
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
76%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- As the oldest community college in New Jersey, UCC has been serving both career-minded and transfer-oriented students since 1933. The College has maintained its commitment to scholarship by providing a solid liberal arts foundation while, at the same time, developing new programs and courses that meet the challenges of a rapidly developing society. Union County College offers more than 75 programs of study taught by outstanding faculty on four convenient campuses. UCC also offers the opportunity to earn college credits through various distance learning modes, including blended courses, which combine in person and online class meetings. At UCC, career-minded students can prepare for entry into rewarding careers immediately upon graduation. Students who seek to continue their education after graduation will find a sure path through the several dual admissions and more than fifty transfer and articulation agreements UCC currently has with 4-year institutions throughout the nation. UCC has a reputation for providing its diverse student body with a nurturing and supportive environment. Student services from counseling and financial aid to the tutoring provided by the Academic Learning Centers on each campus are in place to ensure student success. The College also provides customized training and retraining for business and industry, workforce education programs for persons displaced from their jobs or unemployed, continuing and community education programs and courses in varied schedules, at varied locations, and with varied modes of instruction for credit or non-credit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Union County College cost?
Union County College's tuition is approximately $8,400 for In-State students and $8,400 for Out-State students.
What is Union County College's ranking?
Union County College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New Jersey for: Largest student body.
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