Atlantic Cape Community College
About Atlantic Cape Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Atlantic Cape Community College teaches near Atlantic City and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Its culinary school trains cooks for the casinos and restaurants of the Jersey Shore, and business is among its other largest programs.
Founded
1964
Location
Mays Landing, New Jersey
Students
3,755
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
30%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,068
Out-of-state: $9,068
Avg Net Price
$8,392
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$34,241
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
30% complete their degree within three years
Retention
57.4%
Transfer Out
15%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$6.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 30% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$6,068
In-State
$9,068
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,388
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,597
After Financial Aid
$8,392
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,383
Receive Grants
50.1%
Take Loans
7.6%
Tuition is $6,068/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $8,392.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Atlantic Cape Community College fund their education.
While in School
50.1%
Get Grants
Free money
7.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$22,294
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$101/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,500, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Atlantic Cape Community College.
Gender
63.9%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,755
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
57.6%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
31.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 57.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
3,755
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Atlantic Cape Community College fields 5 varsity teams with 86 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
86
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
51
Men
35
Women
4
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Atlantic Cape Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$34,241
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$24K
153 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$27K
107 grads
1yr Earnings
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
$29K
89 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$73K
82 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
34 grads
Culinary Arts and Related Services
$32K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $34K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.