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Bergen Community College

Paramus, New Jersey · Suburb: LargeOfficial Website ↗

#519
Nationally
#8
In New Jersey
$7,516
In-State Tuition
per year
11,801
Undergrad Enrollment
10,000–19,999
Overall Score & Rankings
56/100
Good
#519 nationally
#8 in New Jersey
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth79

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

Bergen Community College is a public two-year community college located in Paramus, New Jersey. The college enrolls approximately 11,801 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $7,516 per year ($7,908 out-of-state), above average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$7,516/yr
In-State Fees$1,097/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$7,908/yr
Room & Board$1,500/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$10,113/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$10,505/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$7,516↓ Below avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
11,801
Total Undergrads
54% F / 46% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 28%
Hispanic 42%
Black 7%
Asian 9%
Two or more 2%
International 5%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • ✓Reasonable room and board costs at $1,500/yr
Consider
  • ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, and working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationParamus, New Jersey
SettingSuburb: Large
Size10,000–19,999
State Ranking
#8
in New Jersey out of 7+ colleges
#519
nationally
Other Colleges in New Jersey
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Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.