Is Passaic County Community College worth it?
Passaic County Community College is a public, two-year institution in Paterson, New Jersey (large suburb). It awarded 879 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, criminal justice and business.
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Federal context for Passaic County Community College
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Median earnings 1 year after
$26,354
Median earnings 4 years after
$47,350
Median earnings 10 years after
$36,972
Average net price
$7,761
Completion rate
19%
Completions (2024)
879
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
4,260
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $25,017 | $41,315 | 82 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Associate | $35,905 | $57,807 | 31 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Undergraduate certificate | $23,559 | $38,554 | 20 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Associate | $31,346 | $66,375 | 17 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Graphic Communications | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Education, General | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 222 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Associate | 81 |
| Education, General | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 76 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Associate | 55 |
| Criminal Justice/Police Science | Associate | 48 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 45 |
| Criminal Justice/Police Science | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 42 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 37 |
| Social Work | Associate | 23 |
| Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 17 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 32% | 2,893 |
| Retail Trade | 14% | 1,251 |
| Educational Services | 9% | 815 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 6% | 572 |
| Public Administration | 6% | 571 |
| Finance and Insurance | 5% | 454 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 5% | 449 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 4% | 384 |
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Sources: federal figures for Passaic County Community College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for New Jersey. Counts under 10 are not published.
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