Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 803700
- Phone: (860) 232-4571
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
76%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
16:1Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Entrepreneurship Degree
An entrepreneur is an individual possessing both the capacity and willingness to manage, develop, and organize resources of a business and all associated risks in order to generate a profit. Get more details below including other Connecticut colleges that offer entrepreneurship degrees.
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Gateway Community College – New Haven (USJ)
1678 Asylum Avenue, West Hartford, CT
About
Gateway Community College, located in New Haven, Connecticut, is a public two year post secondary education institution founded in 1992 through the merger of two previously existing institutions, South Central Community College and Greater New Haven State Technical College. Gateway Community College has an annual enrollment of over 11,000 students, with nearly 7000 being credit seeking students.
Academics
Gateway Community College offers a variety of programs that allows students to pursue academic transfer or career training opportunities. Academic transfer is accomplished by completing a curriculum that mirrors the first two years of a four year education, followed by applying to a college or university to continue their education and earn a bachelor's degree.
Career training programs are for students seeking to enter the workforce as trained professionals. Individuals will complete a program that prepares students with the skills and abilities necessary to complete tasks and duties specific to the area or industry chosen.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Gateway Community College is an open enrollment institution that admits any individuals who wish to enroll by completing an application, paying all fees and supplying transcripts and tests cores if available. In addition, students may be asked to take a placement exam prior to registration.
Students are also encouraged to meet with a counselor to discuss goals and program enrollment, as well as participate in new student orientation to meet with a counselor. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships, awarded based on need as determined through the information provided on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Students Enrolled in the Entrepreneurship Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. USJ has offered the following academic levels for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Less Than One Year Certificate | 3 |
| Associate's Degree | 5 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 1 |
| Female | 7 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Black | 3 |
| Hispanic | 2 |
| White | 3 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Entrepreneurship program at USJ, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Chief Executives
Description
Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.
General and Operations Managers
Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, general and operations managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.1% from 2014 to 2024
Regulatory Affairs Managers
Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, regulatory affairs managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.9% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the candidates USJ accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Gateway Community College – New Haven may provide student services like:- Online classes
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Day care
Intercollegiate Athletics
Gateway Community College – New Haven is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). The most popular sport is listed below:
- Basketball