Essex County College
About Essex County College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Essex County College teaches in the middle of Newark and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Health preparatory studies and business are among its largest programs, and its students transfer mostly into the New Jersey universities.
Founded
1966
Location
Newark, New Jersey
Students
5,855
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
19.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,415
Out-of-state: $9,523
Avg Net Price
$4,436
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,230
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
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
19.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
55.9%
Transfer Out
17%
Teaching Quality
24:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$4.1K
Class Size
Large
The 19.9% 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
$5,415
In-State
$9,523
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,400
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,506
After Financial Aid
$4,436
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,792
Receive Grants
46.9%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $5,415/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,436.
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 Essex County College fund their education.
While in School
46.9%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$15,822
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
N/A
Default Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Essex County College.
Gender
60.4%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,855
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
57.2%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
32.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 57.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 13.6% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
5,855
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Essex County College fields 3 varsity teams with 101 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
101
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
59
Men
42
Women
3
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Essex County Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,230
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
$27K
202 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$26K
182 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$33K
140 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Sciences, General
$22K
81 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$32K
50 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$35K
42 grads
4yr Earnings
Median earnings are $37K 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.