Essex County College
Essex County College is a public 2-year institution in Newark, NJ. It enrolls about 6,790 students.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Public 2-year |
| Control | public |
| Level | 2-year |
| Location | Newark, NJ 07102 |
| County | Essex County |
| Enrollment | 6,790 |
| Acceptance rate | — |
| Applicants / admitted | — |
| In-state tuition & fees | $9,318 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $9,318 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | — |
| Transfer-out rate | — |
| Full-time retention rate | 58% |
| Average net price (after aid) | $5,035 |
| Campus setting | City: Large |
| Size category | 5,000 - 9,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Associate's degree |
| Website | www.essex.edu/ |
| Phone | 9738773000 |
Admissions
This institution does not report first-year admission figures to IPEDS, often because admission is open.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $9,318 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Cost after financial aid
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $5,035 per year for first-time, full-time students receiving Title IV aid.
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| Under $30,000 | $4,356 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $4,600 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $6,059 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $6,453 |
Net price falls as family income falls because need-based aid rises. These are 2022-23 figures reported to IPEDS; use them to compare institutions, and use each college's own net price calculator for a personal estimate.
Outcomes
A 150% graduation rate is not reported for this institution in the 2023 collection — common for very small, new or specialised institutions.
Where it is
Essex County College is in Newark, NJ, Essex County. Its coordinates are 40.7384, -74.1782.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Essex County College?
Essex County College does not report a selective admission rate to IPEDS; it may have open admission.
How much does Essex County College cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $9,318 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Essex County College?
About 6,790 students are enrolled.