- Warren County Community College maintains a mission of building a community of learners through accessible, quality learning opportunities designed to meet educational goals and aspirations.
School Highlights
Warren County Community College serves 3,303 students (17% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 93%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 3,303 students
- In-state tuition: $4,560
- Out-state tuition: $5,160
- Student:teacher ratio: 43:1
- Minority enrollment: 99%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Warren County Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Warren County Community College
(NJ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
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
76 staff
439 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Warren County Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 43:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Warren County Community College diversity score of 0.61 is less than the state average of 0.79. The school's diversity has grown by 11% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,303 students
1,382 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
43:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
563 students
567 students
# Part-Time Students
2,740 students
815 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
113 students
545 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
563 students
567 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
32 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,740 students
586 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
9 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
20 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
4%
% Asian
4%
15%
% Hispanic
n/a
7%
% Black
9%
22%
% White
1%
7%
% Hawaiian
30%
34%
% Two or more races
54%
8%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.79
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3476%
0.4254%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4107%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,500
$36,100
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,560 is less than the state average of $5,181. The in-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,160 is less than the state average of $7,190. The out-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,560
$5,181
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,160
$7,190
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
56%
87%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$11,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,844
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
76%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Warren County Community College was established in July 1981 by the New Jersey State Board of Higher Education and the Warren County Board of Chosen Freeholders. In its earliest years, WCCC operated as a 'College without Walls' and held classes in local high schools. In 1987, the New Jersey State Board of Higher Education provided WCCC with degree-granting authority and a temporary facility was leased. In 1988, WCCC graduated its first class. Warren County Community College is governed by an 11-member Board of Trustees and a non-voting alumni trustee. The Board is authorized to grant Certificates and to confer the Associate in Arts, Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science degrees. Warren County Community College currently offers degree programs and certificate programs. The College serves approximately 2300 full-time and part-time students, in addition to students in non-credit programs and courses. WCCC offers several transfer programs in liberal arts and sciences, which are affordable alternatives for the first two years of a Bachelor's degree program. Warren County Community College is fully accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Warren County Community College cost?
Warren County Community College's tuition is approximately $4,560 for In-State students and $5,160 for Out-State students.
What is Warren County Community College's ranking?
Warren County Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New Jersey for: Least expensive tuition and Average community college minority breakdown.
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