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Average
Score: 52/100

Passaic County Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Paterson, New Jersey 07505
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: 15%
Outcomes
D
39/100
Affordability
A
82/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
C
47/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

5,165
Total Enrollment
15%
Graduation Rate
66%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,910
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Passaic County Community College

41% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,107 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
For parents & investors

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🏆 Where Passaic County Community College Ranks

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

#12
Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
of 15 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,500 $9,600

Financial Aid

89%
Receive Any Aid
65%
Receive Pell Grants
7%
Take Out Loans
$7,910
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,164
$30,001 - $48,000$7,829
$48,001 - $75,000$9,716
$75,001 - $110,000$10,678
$110,001+$9,274

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 222 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 90 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 81 grads/yr Education, General 76 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 56 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 45 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 37 grads/yr Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician 37 grads/yr Social Work 34 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 22 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 20 grads/yr Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design 16 grads/yr Fire Prevention and Safety Technology/Technician 15 grads/yr Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist 15 grads/yr Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design 13 grads/yr Fine/Studio Arts, General 12 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 11 grads/yr Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling 10 grads/yr Engineering Science 8 grads/yr Homeland Security 8 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Detectives and criminal investigators
$94k/yr 117,900 jobs
Police and sheriff's patrol officers
$76k/yr 698,800 jobs
Criminal justice and law enforcement teachers, postsecondary
$71k/yr 16,200 jobs
Bailiffs
$57k/yr 19,000 jobs
Private detectives and investigators
$52k/yr 43,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs

Student Demographics

5,165
Total Students
61%
Women
63%
Traditional Age (18-24)
41%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 15%
Hispanic 63%
Black 10%
Asian 6%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 41%
With Family 59%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,107 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 60%
Hybrid (Some Online) 31%
Fully Online 8%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 63%
25-64 (Adult) 31%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Passaic 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 Passaic County Community College?
Tuition at Passaic County Community College is $7,500 for in-state students and $9,600 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,910.
What is the graduation rate at Passaic County Community College?
The graduation rate at Passaic County Community College is 15%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Passaic County Community College a good school?
Passaic County Community College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): 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 Passaic County Community College?
Passaic County Community College has a total enrollment of 5,165 students.
Is there rental demand near Passaic County Community College?
Yes! Approximately 41% of students at Passaic County Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,107 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Paterson area.

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