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Hudson County Community College SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

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Acceptance Rate100%

HCCC’s 100% acceptance rate means getting in is not the main challenge; the bigger opportunity is starting strong enough to stay on track, especially with a 61% freshman retention rate. Since HCCC is test-optional, use SAT or ACT prep for placement, course readiness, or future transfer plans rather than as an admissions requirement.

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Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.

Hudson County Community College facts and stats

Quick Facts

Hudson County Community College enrolls 7,763 undergraduate students in an urban campus setting. HCCC has a 61% freshman retention rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 21:1.

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Location

Jersey City, NJ

Key Hudson County Community College application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

Early Action

Not offered

Early Decision

Not offered

Priority Deadline

Financial aid deadlines

Financial Aid Priority

May 1

Test dates

SAT test dates

August 22, 2026

Registration deadline: August 7, 2026

September 12, 2026

Registration deadline: August 28, 2026

October 3, 2026

Registration deadline: September 18, 2026

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

Because HCCC is test-optional, use this timeline only if you choose to submit SAT or ACT scores. Take your first test by the spring of junior year, then save the summer before senior year and the fall for retakes that may improve your superscore. HCCC does not offer Early Decision or Early Action, so confirm the regular admission deadline before relying on a later fall retake.

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What you'll actually pay

At HCCC, in-state tuition is $7,728 and out-of-state tuition is $11,424. Submit the FAFSA by the May 1 priority deadline to be considered for financial aid.

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At public HCCC, students paying out-of-state tuition are charged $11,424, while in-state tuition is $7,728. Estimated room and board adds $13,324, so total costs can vary meaningfully depending on a student’s tuition category and living plans. Financial aid can reduce the amount families actually pay, especially for students with demonstrated need.

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Student life at Hudson County Community College

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Housing

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Greek life

No fraternity or sorority life on campus.

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