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Passaic County Community College

Paterson, NJ·Public·https://web.pccc.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Passaic County Community College is a public community college in Paterson, NJ. The nearest beach is about 30 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 26 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 97/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Passaic County Community College is a public community college in Paterson, NJ. The nearest beach is about 30 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 26 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 97/100 (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)
$5,310
In-State Tuition
+$90 fees
$9,300
Out-of-State Tuition
+$90 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

1,000–4,999

Suburban setting

Beach Access

30 miles

Rockaway Beach, NY

Ski Access

10 miles

Campgaw Mountain

Weather

Warm Climate

46°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Campgaw Mountain

New Jersey

10 mi away
23 skiable acres5 lifts
Mount Peter

New York

23 mi away
69 skiable acres7 lifts

Nearest Beach

Rockaway Beach, NY

Ocean access within 29.5 miles

30 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Paterson, NJ

31°Jan32°Feb41°Mar51°Apr62°May71°Jun76°Jul74°Aug66°Sep55°Oct45°Nov35°Dec

Station: LITTLE FALLS · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

97/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety94100100
94/100
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
$5,310$9,300
Fees
$90$90
Total
$5,400$9,390
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

62 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
210 grads/yr$41,315
Criminal Justice and CorrectionsCertificate
126 grads/yr$38,554
Business/Commerce, GeneralAssociate's
69 grads/yr$57,807
Education, GeneralCertificate
64 grads/yr
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
64 grads/yr$112,489

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's64 grads$112,489
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Associate's40 grads$66,375
Business/Commerce, General
Associate's69 grads$57,807
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's210 grads$41,315
Social Work
Associate's36 grads$39,907
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Certificate126 grads$38,554
Fire Protection
Certificate9 grads$37,203
Education, General
Certificate64 grads
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Certificate27 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's25 grads

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 Passaic County Community College located?

Passaic County Community College is located in Paterson, NJ. The main campus address is One College Blvd, Paterson, NJ. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

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

For the 2023–24 academic year, Passaic County Community College charges $5,310/year for in-state students and $9,300/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $9,390/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Passaic County Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Passaic County Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Passaic 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 ($9,300/year out-of-state), campus culture in Paterson, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Passaic County Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Paterson, NJ
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 46°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
97/100
Nearest Airport
Teterboro, NJ (TEB) · 7 mialso MMU (15 mi), EWR (16 mi)

Location

Paterson, 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.