Hudson County Community College (HCCC)
2-year community college
Jersey City & Union City campuses
A public community college offering associate degrees, workforce training, and transfer pathways.
18,000+ students
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Education
Higher Education in Hudson County
World-class colleges and universities right in your backyard — from community college to research universities
Featured colleges & universities
Explore higher education options in and near Hudson County.
Saint Peter's University
Jesuit liberal arts university
Jersey City
A private Jesuit university known for its liberal arts tradition and professional programs.
3,000+ students
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Private research university
Hoboken
A technology-focused research university with a strong STEM emphasis.
8,000+ students
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Public university
Jersey City
A public university offering undergraduate and graduate programs across disciplines.
7,000+ students
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Catholic liberal arts university
Rutherford (nearby)
A Catholic university offering liberal arts and career-focused academic programs.
2,000+ students
Visit websiteSeton Hall University Law School
Law school
Newark (nearby)
A leading law school serving students pursuing legal education and professional practice.
Law school program
Visit websiteK-12 school districts
Contact the public school district serving your Hudson County municipality.
| Municipality | District | Superintendent contact | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayonne | Bayonne School District | Superintendent's Office | (201) 858-5800 |
| Hoboken | Hoboken Public School District | Superintendent's Office | (201) 356-3600 |
| Jersey City | Jersey City Public Schools | Superintendent's Office | (201) 915-6000 |
| Kearny | Kearny School District | Superintendent's Office | (201) 955-5000 |
| North Bergen | North Bergen School District | Superintendent's Office | (201) 295-2800 |
| Secaucus | Secaucus Public Schools | Superintendent's Office | (201) 974-2000 |
| Union City | Union City Public Schools | Superintendent's Office | (201) 348-2600 |
| Weehawken | Weehawken Township School District | Superintendent's Office | (201) 422-6100 |
| West New York | West New York School District | Superintendent's Office | (201) 553-4000 |
| Guttenberg | Guttenberg School District | Superintendent's Office | (201) 869-3600 |
| Harrison | Harrison Public Schools | Superintendent's Office | (973) 483-4627 |
| East Newark | East Newark Public Schools | Superintendent's Office | (973) 481-6800 |
Vocational & trade
Hudson County Schools of Technology (HCST)
HCST provides career and technical education for Hudson County students, with programs designed to connect classroom learning to high-demand careers.
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Financial aid
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NJ STARS program
Eligible New Jersey students can explore the NJ STARS scholarship program for community college study.
Transfer pathways
Community college students can use transfer pathways to plan a smooth transition into four-year degree programs.
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