C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
43/100 · earnings-weighted

Sussex County Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Newton, New Jersey 07860
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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 44%
Outcomes
C
52/100
Affordability
B
73/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
D
38/100
Prestige
F
27/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

2,220
Total Enrollment
44%
Graduation Rate
61%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$6,833
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Sussex County Community College ▼

46% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$450,730
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,986
1-Year Change
+4.4%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Sussex County Community College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$44,664
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$36,934
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$11,000
Median debt at graduation
37%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
36.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 25% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 38th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NJ wage index 1.30). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Sussex County Community College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Biological and Physical Sciences—$55,699+11%#23 of 85#40—
Business Administration, Management and Operations$27,166$50,929+5%#219 of 547#384$11,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections$32,079$49,816+7%#151 of 426#271$8,250
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$22,293$37,399-15%#810 of 947#915$11,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Sussex County Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $450,730
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,986/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 07871 (4.1% cap, Sparta Township)

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🏆 Where Sussex County Community College Ranks

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

#23
Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other
of 25 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,232 $6,984

Financial Aid

73%
Receive Any Aid
45%
Receive Pell Grants
24%
Take Out Loans
$6,833
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,235
$30,001 - $48,000$5,286
$48,001 - $75,000$7,334
$75,001 - $110,000$12,172
$110,001+$13,460

Student Demographics

2,220
Total Students
43%
Women
75%
Traditional Age (18-24)
46%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 64%
Hispanic 19%
Black 9%
Asian 2%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 46%
With Family 55%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,010 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 45%
Hybrid (Some Online) 37%
Fully Online 18%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 75%
25-64 (Adult) 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Sussex 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 Sussex County Community College?
Tuition at Sussex County Community College is $5,232 for in-state students and $6,984 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $6,833.
What is the graduation rate at Sussex County Community College?
The graduation rate at Sussex County Community College is 44%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Sussex County Community College a good school?
Sussex County Community College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): 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 Sussex County Community College?
Sussex County Community College has a total enrollment of 2,220 students. Most students (75%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Sussex County Community College?
Yes! Approximately 46% of students at Sussex County Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,010 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Newton area.

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