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Atlantic Cape Community College
Mays Landing, New Jersey · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 5100 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing, NJ 08330 · Phone: (609) 625-1111 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Atlantic Cape Community College is a public trade school in Mays Landing, New Jersey, offering culinary & pastry programs and radiology & sonography training, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Atlantic Cape Community College has a 30.0% completion rate, below the state average of 61.9%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $34,241 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Atlantic Cape Community College; the school does participate in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 50.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chefs and head cooks | $49,200 | $74,280 | $82,200 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $71,770 | $95,000 | $103,510 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New Jersey (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 15 | $26,352 | $28,236 | $11,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 8 | $26,352 | $28,236 | $11,000 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 4 | $26,352 | $28,236 | $11,000 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Atlantic Cape Community College is a public trade and career training campus in Mays Landing, New Jersey. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, with its nursing-related offerings recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and it participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help cover costs. The school's most notable trade programs are in culinary & pastry arts and radiology & sonography, with 5 total program families reported and 36 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 3,755.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 30.0%, which is below the New Jersey state average of 61.9%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $34,241. About 50.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, located in a fringe rural locale, may suit students pursuing shorter culinary or allied-health training rather than lengthy degree programs, though specific program lengths and scheduling are not detailed here. Adult learners and career changers considering enrollment should verify current program details, licensing requirements, and costs directly with the school by phone or website, and review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Atlantic Cape Community College offers 5 program families, with the most notable being culinary & pastry schools (28 completers) and radiology & sonography programs (8 completers).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, with its nursing-related programs also recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 30.0%, which is below the New Jersey state average of 61.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported as $9,500.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported as $34,241.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (609) 625-1111 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Atlantic Cape Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for federal and state aid programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?183655.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify schedule flexibility or adult-learner services, so career changers should contact the school directly to discuss fit for their situation.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in this data; check with the school or relevant state licensing board for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Atlantic Cape Community College by phone at (609) 625-1111 or through its website at https://atlanticcape.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to look up and compare similar programs at other institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.