by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 6,360 undergraduates in 2020, Essex County College is a public college located in Newark, New Jersey. This urban setting might be best suited for students who like the fast-paced city life. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Essex County College can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Essex County College Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
Individuals with disabilities make up 5.0% of the student population at Essex County College. For more information on policies and accommodations that the college provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Essex County College Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Essex County College does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Essex County College Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Essex County College for Veterans Guide.
For students with young families, Essex County College does offer some day care. Programs like this are often in very high demand, so be sure to inquire as soon as you can.
Essex County College does not offer on-campus housing.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
There were 6,360 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 2,859 (45.0%). Part-time attendance was 3,501 (55.0%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 2,859 | 3,501 | 6,360 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Essex County College is less diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Essex County College #2275 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Essex County College by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Essex County College Diversity Guide.
Essex County College has a total of 91 student athletes, 52 men and 39 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $833,767 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $833,767 |
| Net | $0 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Essex County College Athletics