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Hudson County Community College
Jersey City, New Jersey · Public community college
Address: 70 Sip Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306 · Phone: (201) 714-7100 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Hudson County Community College is a public trade and career school in Jersey City, New Jersey, offering culinary arts, EMT training, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Hudson County Community College has a 25.7% completion rate, below the New Jersey state average of 61.9%, with median graduate debt of $10,500 and median earnings of $34,333 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 56.4% 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 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $45,550 | $53,610 | $60,900 |
| Medical assistants | $37,010 | $47,210 | $49,920 |
| Construction laborers | $37,980 | $64,060 | $94,510 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $71,770 | $95,000 | $103,510 |
| Medical records specialists | $33,280 | $50,240 | $64,700 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $63,210 | $75,160 | $79,980 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 29 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 26 | $25,638 | $25,967 | $11,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 7 | $25,638 | $25,967 | $11,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 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
Hudson County Community College is a public community college located in Jersey City, New Jersey. The school participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, with its radiologic technology program specifically accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Among its 15 program families, the campus awards the most completions in culinary & pastry arts, EMT & paramedic training, and medical assistant programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 25.7%, which is below the New Jersey state average of 61.9%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $10,500, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $34,333. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 56.4% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
With 6,626 undergraduates and 160 recent completers in trade-related programs, this large urban campus offers a mix of short career-training certificates and longer programs across culinary, healthcare, and construction trades. The setting may suit adult students and career changers seeking programs of varying length in a city environment, though specific program durations are not reported here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Middle States Commission and review outcome details on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Hudson County Community College offers 15 program families, with the most completions in culinary & pastry schools, EMT & paramedic training, and medical assistant programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, with its radiologic technology program accredited separately by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 25.7%, which is below the New Jersey state average of 61.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $34,333.
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 at (201) 714-7100 or visit hccc.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Hudson County Community College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition and eligibility for state funding compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?184995.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers programs in culinary arts, EMT training, and medical assisting in a large city setting, though specific fit for adult career changers depends on program length and schedule not reported here; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school or relevant state licensing board for details specific to each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Hudson County Community College at (201) 714-7100 or through its website, hccc.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data for this campus alone does not include comparisons to other nearby schools; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
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.