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Hudson County Community College

Jersey City, NJ·Public·6,386 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and in-state New Jersey residents. no major red flags in the data. 56% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

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Accept
6,386
Students
$5,902
Net Price
N/A
Grad Rate
$34,500
Earnings
10 yr
$6,000
Debt

About This School

Hudson County Community College is a public institution located in Jersey City, New Jersey with approximately 6,386 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $5,902 per year. Typical graduates earn $34,500 within 10 years of enrollment.

Hudson County Community College (HCCC) is a public community college in Hudson County, New Jersey. The school's primary campus is in the Journal Square neighborhood of Jersey City, while the secondary campus is located in Union City.

Worth considering if you're looking to minimize debt while completing your first two years — at just $5,902/year after aid and a median graduation debt of only $6,000, this is one of the more affordable paths into higher education in the region. The trade-off is the earnings outlook: graduates report median income of $34,500 a decade out, which is modest and worth factoring in when planning your long-term financial picture. Best suited for students who plan to transfer to a four-year school or enter a specific trade or career program where those numbers climb higher.

Founded
1974
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Health Professions24%
Business & Marketing14%
Computer Science7%
Visual & Performing Arts2%
Engineering2%
Communications1%
English1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$5,020
Out-of-State Tuition
$12,280
Avg Net Price
$5,902
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants56%
Median debt at graduation$6,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$34,500
after enrollment
Median Debt
$6,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$6,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$26,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$34,500
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 5.8x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White9%
Black13%
Hispanic/Latino55%
Asian7%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (6,386 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Hudson County Community College

70 Sip Avenue

Jersey City, NJ 07306

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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