C
Average
Score: 50/100

Hudson County Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Jersey City, New Jersey 07306
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: 23%
Outcomes
D
42/100
Affordability
A
85/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

7,229
Total Enrollment
23%
Graduation Rate
63%
Retention Rate
22.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,013
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Hudson County Community College

27% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,952 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$545,576
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,855
1-Year Change
-2.7%
For parents & investors

The Hudson County Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $545,576
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,855/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 10280 (5.0% cap, New York)

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🏆 Where Hudson County Community College Ranks

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

🥈
English as a Second Language
of 2 schools
#11
Pre-Nursing Studies
of 21 schools
#15
Engineering Science
of 16 schools
#28
Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
of 34 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,440 $10,980

Financial Aid

89%
Receive Any Aid
69%
Receive Pell Grants
2%
Take Out Loans
$7,013
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$5,536
$30,001 - $48,000$5,638
$48,001 - $75,000$7,586
$75,001 - $110,000$8,403
$110,001+$9,740

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 234 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 138 grads/yr English as a Second Language 124 grads/yr Pre-Nursing Studies 106 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 82 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 70 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 64 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 58 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 48 grads/yr Accounting 44 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 39 grads/yr Fine/Studio Arts, General 38 grads/yr Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef 34 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 27 grads/yr Computer Graphics 25 grads/yr Engineering Science 25 grads/yr Social Work 24 grads/yr Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other 22 grads/yr Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection, Other 19 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 16 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs

Student Demographics

7,229
Total Students
60%
Women
57%
Traditional Age (18-24)
27%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 11%
Hispanic 53%
Black 13%
Asian 8%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 27%
With Family 73%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,952 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 39%
Hybrid (Some Online) 30%
Fully Online 31%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 57%
25-64 (Adult) 36%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Hudson County 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 Hudson County Community College?
Tuition at Hudson County Community College is $7,440 for in-state students and $10,980 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,013.
What is the graduation rate at Hudson County Community College?
The graduation rate at Hudson County Community College is 23%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Hudson County Community College a good school?
Hudson County Community College has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Hudson County Community College?
Hudson County Community College has a total enrollment of 7,229 students.
Is there rental demand near Hudson County Community College?
Yes! Approximately 27% of students at Hudson County Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,952 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Jersey City area.

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