Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002613
- Phone: (201) 714-7100
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
94.64%FINANCIAL AID RATE
95%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$9,073Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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New Jersey City University (HCCC)
70 Sip Avenue, Jersey City, NJ
NJCU provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Jersey City, NJ and publically funded. Enrollment at NJCU is nearly 8,500 annually.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs New Jersey City University offers:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
- Psychology
- Security And Protective Services
- Health And Clinical Professions
The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score in a range of 1165 - 1430 on the SAT, or 19 - 21 for the ACT is common among admitted students. 45% of applicants are admitted to New Jersey City University, of which 36% choose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at njcu.edu.
Tuition & fees at this school vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs approximately $11,000 per year and out-of-state tuition costing $20,000 per year. Student housing is available for students and costs around $6,900 each year. This school may offer financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of grants and loans.
The mascot for New Jersey City University is the "Gothic Knights", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Golf (NCAA Division III)
Students may take a look at the school's njcu.edu to see additional information.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants HCCC accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at New Jersey City University is around 8,000 students, where graduate students make up roughly 12% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $12,500. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $50 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- In-State: $12,000-$15,000
- Out-of-State: $22,000-$26,460
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $410-$490 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $740-$880 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 95% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 90% | $10,715 |
Receiving Student Loans | 40% | $7,814 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, New Jersey City University may provide student services like:- Online classes
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
- Child care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Teacher Education (Bachelor's) Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
New Jersey City University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Eastern College Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Eastern College Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Bowling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by New Jersey City University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Accounting (B, M)
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Finance (B, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Women's Studies (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, M)
History
- History (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
- School Psychology (C)
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to New Jersey City University.
- Rutgers University - Newark in New Brunswick, NJ (5 miles away)
- CUNY Bernard M Baruch College in Hyde Park, NY (7 miles away)
- Kean University in Dover, NJ (7 miles away)
- Montclair State University in West Long Branch, NJ (11 miles away)
- CUNY York College in Long Island City, NY (16 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Compare schools and see a list of all colleges in New Jersey
- Review a list of New Jersey state universities
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002613
- Phone: (201) 714-7100
- School Homepage