Is Bergen Community College worth it?
Bergen Community College is a public, two-year institution in Paramus, New Jersey (large suburb). It awarded 1,774 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, registered nursing and veterinary health technology assistant.
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Federal context for Bergen Community College
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Median earnings 1 year after
$32,872
Median earnings 4 years after
$51,761
Median earnings 10 years after
$46,624
Average net price
$10,345
Completion rate
21%
Completions (2024)
1,774
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
10,557
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 | $23,966 | $47,837 | 619 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $72,486 | $89,694 | 111 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate | $62,663 | $73,064 | 48 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $76,147 | $94,340 | 43 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $56,999 | $77,538 | 42 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $41,150 | $52,755 | 27 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | Associate | $25,550 | $45,558 | 22 |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Plant Sciences | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Area Studies | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Graphic Communications | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Graphic Communications | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Associate | 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 | 1,322 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 102 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant | Associate | 47 |
| Dental Hygiene/Hygienist | Associate | 38 |
| Commercial and Advertising Art | Associate | 27 |
| Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist | Associate | 24 |
| Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects | Associate | 16 |
| Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist | Associate | 15 |
| Surgical Technology/Technologist | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 14 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician | Associate | 14 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 30% | 5,684 |
| Retail Trade | 15% | 2,778 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 8% | 1,524 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 8% | 1,523 |
| Finance and Insurance | 6% | 1,080 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 976 |
| Educational Services | 5% | 928 |
| Wholesale Trade | 4% | 731 |
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Sources: federal figures for Bergen 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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