Salem Community College

FINANCIAL AID RATE

78%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

14:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

4

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$4,773

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Average 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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Also known as Salem County College

2641 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ

Salem Community College, located in Carneys Point, New Jersey, was founded in 1958 when it when it was known as Salem County Technical Institute. The school serves Salem County, and has three satellite locations in addition to the main compass that specialize in particular programs. As the school is committed to academic excellence, it provides a two year education on par with more expensive private institutions.

Academics

Salem Community College offers over 50 programs of study that award either an associate's degree or certificate upon completion. The school provides students with transfer and career opportunities depending on the plans of the student. Additionally the school houses the county's One-Stop Career Center.

Programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid

Salem Community College will admit any student regardless of academic background and completion of high school as long as they may benefit from the education provided. Some programs may require specific academic procedures that extend beyond the open enrollment policy, such as nursing, and it is advised student inquire as to what additional requirements may be needed for such programs.

SCC offers financial aid in the form of grants, loans, scholarships and campus employment. The financial aid office administers the distribution of all form of financial aid, and it is advised for students interested in receiving financial aid awards to visit the office or enter the financial aid page on the school's website to determine the cost of their education.

Athletics

The SCC Oaks participate in the NJCAA Region 19 and the Garden State Athletic Conference of the Community College League of New Jersey.

Sports programs:

Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Soccer

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the candidates Salem Community College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

Dual Credits
Life Experience Credits
AP Course Credits

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $8,500. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $5,400-$6,500
- Out-of-State: $7,000-$8,352
Charges per unit:
- In-State: $180-$220 per unit
- Out-of-State: $230-$280 per unit
Some programs may have tuition rates that will remain the same as the first year for up to five years.

Financial Aid Details

The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.

	Percent of Students	Average Amount
Any Financial Aid	78%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	60%	$5,501
Receiving Student Loans	12%	$5,452

Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, Salem Community College may offer services like those listed below:

Online course work available
Remedial courses
Career path counseling

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 2009)

Programs Offered

The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

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Get more information about the programs offered by Salem Community College by clicking the request information to the right.

(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)

Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (A)

Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A)
- Administrative Assistant (C)

Communications and Journalism
- Journalism (A)

Education
- Education (A)

Engineering Technology
- Energy Management (A, C)

Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Pharmacy Technician (C)

Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)

Psychology
- Psychology (A)

Security and Protective Services
- Corrections Officer

Social Sciences
- Social Science (A)

Visual and Performing Arts
- Sculpture (A)
- Graphic Design (A)
- Game Design (A)

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Brookdale Community College in Bloomfield, NJ (83 miles away)
Wor - Wic Community College in Westminster, MD (92 miles away)
Allegany College of Maryland in Calais, ME (174 miles away)
Potomac State College of West Virginia University in Parkersburg, WV (188 miles away)
Richard Bland College of the College of William and Mary in Norfolk, VA (205 miles away)

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