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Hudson County Community College

Jersey City, NJ·Public·www.hccc.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Hudson County Community College is a public community college in Jersey City, NJ. The nearest beach is about 16 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 39 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Hudson County Community College is a public community college in Jersey City, NJ. The nearest beach is about 16 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 39 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$3,576
In-State Tuition
+$1,238 fees
$10,560
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,238 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Urban setting

Beach Access

16 miles

Rockaway Beach, NY

Ski Access

24 miles

Campgaw Mountain

Weather

Warm Climate

48°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Campgaw Mountain

New Jersey

24 mi away
23 skiable acres5 lifts
Mount Peter

New York

37 mi away
69 skiable acres7 lifts

Nearest Beach

Rockaway Beach, NY

Ocean access within 16.3 miles

16 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Jersey City, NJ

32°Jan34°Feb41°Mar52°Apr63°May72°Jun78°Jul76°Aug69°Sep57°Oct46°Nov37°Dec

Station: HARRISON · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

100/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$3,576$10,560
Fees
$1,238$1,238
Total
$4,814$11,798
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

53 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
231 grads/yr$39,675
Second Language LearningCertificate
161 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
119 grads/yr$50,114
Health/Medical Preparatory ProgramsAssociate's
114 grads/yr
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
71 grads/yr$82,897

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's71 grads$82,897
Engineering Science
Associate's25 grads$69,966
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
Associate's7 grads$61,392
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Associate's61 grads$59,480
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's49 grads$53,471
Accounting and Related Services
Associate's51 grads$52,195
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's119 grads$50,114
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Associate's40 grads$44,758
Biological and Physical Sciences
Associate's67 grads$43,419
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's231 grads$39,675

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Hudson County Community College located?

Hudson County Community College is located in Jersey City, NJ. The main campus address is 70 Sip Avenue, Jersey City, NJ. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Hudson County Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Hudson County Community College charges $3,576/year for in-state students and $10,560/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $11,798/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Hudson County Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Hudson County Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Hudson County Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($10,560/year out-of-state), campus culture in Jersey City, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Hudson County Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Hudson County Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Jersey City, NJ
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 48°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Newark, NJ (EWR) · 6 mialso TEB (8 mi), LGA (11 mi)

Location

Jersey City, NJ

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.