- Cumberland County College is a comprehensive community college that is accessible, learning-centered, and dedicated to serving a diverse community of learners and employers through quality innovative programs, services and the appropriate use of technology for life-long learning.
School Highlights
Rowan College of South Jersey-Cumberland Campus serves 3,771 students (26% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the state community college average of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 65%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 3,771 students
- In-state tuition: $4,590
- Out-state tuition: $14,460
- Student:teacher ratio: 16:1
- Minority enrollment: 62%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 230 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Rowan College of South Jersey-Cumberland Campus
(NJ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
230 staff
439 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Rowan College of South Jersey-Cumberland Campus has grown by 26% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 has increased from 13:1 over five years.
The Rowan College of South Jersey-Cumberland Campus diversity score of 0.72 is less than the state average of 0.77. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,771 students
1,067 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
19:1
# Full-Time Students
978 students
699 students
# Part-Time Students
2,793 students
1,319 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
377 students
327 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
978 students
699 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
50 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,793 students
1,213 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
20 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
2%
8%
% Hispanic
35%
26%
% Black
12%
15%
% White
38%
35%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
8%
10%
Diversity Score
0.72
0.77
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2918%
0.3963%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.42%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,100
$36,100
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,590 is less than the state average of $5,470. The in-state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $14,460 is more than the state average of $7,575. The out-state tuition has grown by 167% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,590
$5,470
Out-State Tuition Fees
$14,460
$7,575
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
87%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,000
$11,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,000
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
76%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Cumberland was the first community college in New Jersey to open its own campus in October 1966. The 100-acre campus, featuring nine buildings, provides an excellent educational and social atmosphere. Whether your educational goals lie in a transfer-oriented program, career education, professional growth or personal enrichment, Cumberland County College offers you quality instruction and dedicated service. If you're an employer, Cumberland offers services and training programs that will help your organization to succeed. Cumberland County College is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Rowan College of South Jersey-Cumberland Campus cost?
Rowan College of South Jersey-Cumberland Campus's tuition is approximately $4,590 for In-State students and $14,460 for Out-State students.
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