Colleges in New Jersey

New Jersey is the most densely populated state in the US and has 66 higher-education institutions to handle the influx. Students at colleges in New Jersey will experience hot, humid summers and typically cold winters at any of the institutions, which are scattered from Millville to Mahwah. The Garden State founded 9 colleges prior to the American Revolution, the oldest being Princeton University, which is also the most selective. Public, private, and for-profit institutions make up the body of colleges in New Jersey, but there are also three theological seminaries and ten Rabbinical and Talmudic schools. Major pharmaceuticals, life sciences, financial services, and advanced engineering top the list of industries in New Jersey. When it comes to attractions, Old Victorian Cape May, Atlantic City, and Grounds for Sculpture in Trenton are fan favorites.

Newark, NJ

New Jersey Institute of Technology is the state’s public polytechnic university and is located in the University Heights neighborhood of downtown Newark, NJ. NJIT offers 120+ programs across its six specialized schools for a population of more than...

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NJIT is a fantastic university. It will take a year to get used to all of the things that happen on campus; however, once you're set, everything goes smoothly. Plus, they've got some great food that is served here!

” – Ayrton from Newark, NJ

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4 Year

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Major city

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$18,328

average net price

12,332

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Bergen Community College

Paramus, NJ

Bergen Community College is a public, 2-year institution located primarily in Paramus, New Jersey. The college also maintains a number of satellite locations throughout the region in Hackensack and Lyndhurst. Students attending BCC have the...

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Bergen is a state of the art school among community colleges. The environment, atmosphere, and curriculum is on par with established universities. This school offers the best transition to a four year financial institution.

” – ITZIK from SADDLE BROOK, NJ

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Public

type of institution

2 Year

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Suburb or town

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$9,195

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11,192

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Middlesex College

Edison, NJ

Middlesex County College is a public community college based in Edison, New Jersey, with academic centers in New Brunswick and Perth Amboy. The school confers degrees and certifications and offers workforce training, transfer programs, and continuing...

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I definitely feel that I learned a lot at MCC. I enrolled right after high school and it allowed me to really find my learning style which I had not thoroughly established in high school. My GPA almost doubled from that with which I graduated high...

” – NK

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Public

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2 Year

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$6,649

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9,736

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Bloomfield College

Bloomfield, NJ

Founded in 1868, Bloomfield College is a private liberal arts school based in Bloomfield, New Jersey, affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. Bloomfield offers several programs for students, including an Honors Program, the McNair Scholarship...

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Bloomfield College has taught me many things thus far both inside and outside the classroom.

” – Ashley from Camden, NJ

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962

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$17,922

average net price

1,153

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Saint Peter's University

Jersey City, NJ

Established in 1872, Saint Peter’s University is one of 28 Jesuit universities in the nation. Saint Peter’s is based in Jersey City, NJ, with a second location called Englewood Cliffs, and is home to four colleges and schools conferring undergraduate...

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Saint Peters offers a wide range of courses that not only satisfy students academically, but provides them with the knowledge and understanding that you will remember for years to come. As a freshman I came in not feeling overwhelmed and was able to...

” – Erica from Newark, NJ

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$11,957

average net price

3,430

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Georgian Court University

Lakewood, NJ

Originally founded as a women’s college by the Sisters of Mercy, Georgian Court University is a coeducational Catholic liberal arts university in southern New Jersey. GCU hosts colleges of Nursing, Business, Education, and Arts & Sciences conferring...

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i would rate georgian court university a 9 on a scale of 10 being the best. when i had transferred to gcu, i was treated with the up-most respect and my needs were accommodated. having been at gcu only two months, my experience here has been amazing...

” – Christina from Jackson, NJ

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1062

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$20,736

average net price

1,962

number of students

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Brookdale Community College

Lincroft, NJ

Brookdale Community College is a public institution located in Lincroft, New Jersey. Along with the main campus, the college also includes five additional campuses throughout Monmouth county. For students over the age of 18, a high school diploma is...

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I have learned so much here at Brookdale!For the first time in my life I have recieved all straight A's because the teachers teach very well and the classes are easy.Thats what I love about college!You can pick your own classes.Their are many majors...

” – Daniella from Tinton Falls, NJ

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Public

type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$9,156

average net price

9,896

number of students

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Essex County College

Newark, NJ

Essex County College is a 2-year community college in Newark, New Jersey, offering 49 degrees across seven departments. On top of being a short 20 minute train ride from New York City, ECC ranks first among all New Jersey 2-year schools in students...

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I've learned alot here, especially from my math and science classes. Well, all of my classes actually. The professors certainly know a great deal about the topics they teach, and since they're truly interested in it, they can explain it all really...

” – Girl from NJ

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type of institution

2 Year

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Major city

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$11,443

average net price

6,466

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Camden County College

Blackwood, NJ

Camden County College is a public, 2-year institution located primarily in Blackwood, New Jersey, with three additional campuses in Camden, Sicklerville, and Cherry Hill. The college features a number of useful student resources, such as the...

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the learning quality of the school is probably not what you would receive at a top-star university but i, personally, have learned a lot since entering my freshman year. i think the advanced levels of certain classes are well justified and the...

” – Christina from Sicklerville, NJ

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Public

type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$6,603

average net price

7,770

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UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ

Cranford, NJ

Union County College is a public, 2-year institution established in the state of New Jersey. The school consists of four separate campuses located in Cranford, Elizabeth, Plainfield, and Scotch Plains. All students enrolled at Union County College...

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100%

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Public

type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$8,245

average net price

7,796

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New Jersey City University

Jersey City, NJ

Originally founded as a teacher training institution, New Jersey City University is a 4-year public liberal arts university in northeast New Jersey. NJCU is home to colleges of Arts & Sciences, Business, Professional Studies, and Education conferring...

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I learned that you can get individual attention while you are in class. Plus, as much as it sucks that there's an attendance policy, it's seriously helpful. NJCU is a nice school with a great faculty. The Media Arts Program is wonderful (which was my...

” – Priya from Jersey City, NJ

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970

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90%

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Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$14,029

average net price

6,539

number of students

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Ocean County College

Toms River, NJ

Ocean County College is a public, 2-year institution established in Toms River, New Jersey. Along with its main campus, the college also maintains over 20 satellite facilities throughout the region including the Education Center in Manahawkin. OCC...

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Ocean County college is underrated. It's convenient, affordable, and flexible. It's the best route to get your associates for the best price.

” – Kimberly from Toms River, NJ

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Public

type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$12,243

average net price

7,186

number of students

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