Sussex County Community College
About Sussex County Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Sussex County Community College teaches in Newton, in the hills of northwestern New Jersey. Business and criminal justice are among its largest programs.
Founded
1981
Location
Newton, New Jersey
Students
2,086
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
37%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,544
Out-of-state: $9,024
Avg Net Price
$7,859
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$44,664
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
37% complete their degree within three years
Retention
57.6%
Transfer Out
12%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$5.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 37% 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
$5,544
In-State
$9,024
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,481
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,708
After Financial Aid
$7,859
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,955
Receive Grants
36.7%
Take Loans
15.6%
Tuition is $5,544/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $7,859.
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 Sussex County Community College fund their education.
While in School
36.7%
Get Grants
Free money
15.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$38,476
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$117/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,000, 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 Sussex County Community College.
Gender
45.5%
Female
55%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,086
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
43.3%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
21.1%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (46% women, 55% men). 43.3% 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
2,086
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Sussex County Community College fields 7 varsity teams with 248 student athletes, about 12% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
248
12% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
86% / 14%
213
Men
35
Women
6
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Sussex County Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,664
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$22K
121 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$27K
70 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$32K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$56K
27 grads
4yr Earnings
Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other
—
18 grads
Design and Applied Arts
—
16 grads
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $45K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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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.