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Average
Score: 51/100

Bergen Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Paramus, New Jersey 07652
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 24%
Outcomes
D
43/100
Affordability
B
73/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
C
45/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

11,801
Total Enrollment
24%
Graduation Rate
64%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,955
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Bergen Community College

39% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 4,638 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$1,088,485
Avg Monthly Rent
$5,375
1-Year Change
+10.2%
For parents & investors

The Bergen Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $1,088,485
  • Avg rent near campus: $5,375/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 07646 (4.4% cap, New Milford)

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🏆 Where Bergen Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#29
Commercial and Advertising Art
of 32 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,516 $7,908

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
51%
Receive Pell Grants
22%
Take Out Loans
$8,955
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,692
$30,001 - $48,000$8,019
$48,001 - $75,000$10,548
$75,001 - $110,000$13,994
$110,001+$15,154

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 1,322 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 102 grads/yr Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant 47 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 38 grads/yr Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist 29 grads/yr Commercial and Advertising Art 27 grads/yr Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects 17 grads/yr Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 15 grads/yr Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 14 grads/yr Hospitality Administration/Management, General 14 grads/yr Surgical Technology/Technologist 14 grads/yr Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary 13 grads/yr Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD 13 grads/yr Fashion/Apparel Design 11 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 10 grads/yr Game and Interactive Media Design 7 grads/yr Management Information Systems, General 7 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 7 grads/yr Recording Arts Technology/Technician 6 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 6 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Bergen Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Veterinary technologists and technicians
$46k/yr 134,200 jobs
Veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers
$37k/yr 117,800 jobs
Dental hygienists
$94k/yr 221,600 jobs
Medical dosimetrists
$138k/yr 4,800 jobs

Student Demographics

11,801
Total Students
54%
Women
69%
Traditional Age (18-24)
39%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 28%
Hispanic 42%
Black 7%
Asian 9%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 39%
With Family 61%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~4,638 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 49%
Hybrid (Some Online) 35%
Fully Online 16%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 69%
25-64 (Adult) 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Bergen Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Bergen Community College?
Tuition at Bergen Community College is $7,516 for in-state students and $7,908 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,955.
What is the graduation rate at Bergen Community College?
The graduation rate at Bergen Community College is 24%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Bergen Community College a good school?
Bergen Community College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Bergen Community College?
Bergen Community College has a total enrollment of 11,801 students.
Is there rental demand near Bergen Community College?
Yes! Approximately 39% of students at Bergen Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 4,638 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Paramus area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology