2024 Best Colleges with Fire Protection and Prevention Degrees in New Jersey

• Mount Laurel, NJ•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.61 out of 5  618 reviews

Freshman: I love RCBC! It's a community college so the population is only commuters, however, I appreciate being able to save money on room and board. The price for the amount of activities available and the number of degrees offered is amazing; the class sizes are always small and the professors normally really try to get to know each student personally. There are always students around studying or playing pick-up games of basketball outside and I just love that sense of liveliness that you normally wouldn't get from a typical local community college scene.... Read 618 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $7,192

• SAT range —

• Randolph, NJ•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.84 out of 5  563 reviews

Sophomore: Overall, a truly fantastic community college! Many of the professors are highly accomplished and well-known in their fields. It is constantly rated as one of the best county colleges in the nation. It boasts multiple degree programs, as well as numerous certificates in a variety of subjects. Checksheets for all of the above can be found on their website or outside the Academic Advisement office. The fall and spring semesters mostly run on 15, 13, or 7 early/late week schedules, depending upon the particular course. CCM also offers a 4-week winter term, which is completely online, along with various summer terms (5 week early/late, 10-week, and 7-week). Many courses are available in multiple formats: in-person, remote, and online. Definitely take advantage of the free articles & databases service through the library when enrolled! CCM offers honors courses each semester and is working on expanding its program; there are also a few honors societies and other clubs one can join.... Read 563 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $8,315

• SAT range —

• Toms River, NJ•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.68 out of 5  689 reviews

Sophomore: It's not the most enjoyable experience to attend a community college, especially when you watch all of your friends at colleges having a good time, making new friends, partying, joining sororities, and doing other things you might be losing out on. Since I was unable to have the same experience that I watched everyone else having, I began to feel really upset and lonely. I didn't start to really appreciate it until the beginning of spring semester at Ocean County College. In the English class I was enrolled in, I met someone. Due to the fact that we were in a comparable situation, we quickly became the best of friends. She had a significant influence on my life and encouraged me to see the good in everything. I am quite happy that I went to community college because I know I would have never met her otherwise.... Read 689 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $10,765

• SAT range —

• Cranford, NJ•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.74 out of 5  583 reviews

Alum: At the time I attended and graduated, it was called UCC for short. In non abbreviated terms, Union County College. This college and their professors were fixing and truly innovating their school and uplifting to students. I really became close to many professors and I can attest, you can't find that elsewhere. This warmth made me felt how much they cared. Believe me it wasn't just their surroundings and how rich it looks but their students. Alerts from the school was majority of the time accurate, most of the professors were professional. Although, you will find some that aren't. The cafeteria is always clean the food always delicious! I enjoyed their events, the clubs and trips they offered. The only thing I would like to see change, would be the catalogs as I can remember. They had many for example as an education major. It was hard to select one, even with an advisor. Also, how expensive it was, however still affordable. I missed all the hardships and reward at the college.... Read 583 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $12,757

• SAT range —

• Edison, NJ•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.74 out of 5  648 reviews

Alum: They were able to give me the classes I needed to teach me how to understand certain aspects of social work and understand how important learning sociology is. The majority of the professors I had really did their best to work with me so I can have a good experience, especially in the language department my asl teacher helped me grasp the language!... Read 648 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $11,738

• SAT range —

• Paterson, NJ•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.58 out of 5  293 reviews

Sophomore: My experience at Passaic County Community College has been good overall. For a student that is not completely sure of what career they would like to pursue, I would recommend enrolling in a 2-year college first. PCCC has given me the accessibility on time and financially to be able to work and study at the same time. I have been able to be part of the organizations like SGA which has helped me develop communication and social skills. This organization has helped me to connect more and be involved in college activities, and also participate in outdoor activities. PCCC is very diverse, you can connect with people who share the same ethnicity and likes. Something that I would like to see change is the advisement help offered to students. Since I enrolled at PCCC, I do not know who is my advisor, I have got a guide on my degree thanks to my professors who work in the CIS department and have given me advice on the classes I should take. Personally, that will be something to work on.... Read 293 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $7,731

• SAT range —

• Blackwood, NJ•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.6 out of 5  567 reviews

Alum: This community college is wonderful. I previously attended there and graduated and now I'm back for another degree. It's a clean, simple campus with an easy layout. The professors are wonderfully qualified and all of the staff were so kind. With admissions, the process is always streamlined. They make every process from registration to financial aid very easy to understand. I would like for them to clean the bathrooms and lunchrooms more frequently, but all the college facilities from the library to the theatre are all well kept. The education is top notch at the cheapest prices! No one can beat $99.00 per credit for any educational institution. I've had a great experience from beginning to end at this college. I'm happy to be back again!... Read 567 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $3,762

• SAT range —

• Newton, NJ•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.51 out of 5  341 reviews

Sophomore: Many stereotypes are made about community colleges, but I have not received the experience that is portrayed to be looked down upon. I attended community college due to the pandemic, but throughout my almost two years at the college, I have loved being involved on campus and exploring the many opportunities that have been presented to me. Like any school, whatever you put into it, you’ll get out of it. With that being said, I definitely recommend getting involved in any way that you can, especially within campus life and opportunities within your major, which can be easier to make friends too. There has been so many fun experiences inside and outside the classroom setting. The overall academics is a basic education with average professors, but as long as you put effort in, then there should be no issues. Some of my professors have been very opinionated and rude, remember to choose wisely. Overall, I have absolutely loved my experience at community college and recommend it to anyone!... Read 341 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $10,447

• SAT range —

• West Windsor, NJ•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.57 out of 5  397 reviews

Other: During my Mercer County Community College tour, I had a fantastic experience that left a lasting impression. The campus was very easy to navigate through and showed a healthy learning environment. The tour guide was knowledgeable and provided detailed information about the various academic programs and support services available. I had the opportunity to visit the athletic department which was my favorite part of the tour. What stood out the most was the warm and inclusive community atmosphere. Overall, the tour showcased a college that values student success and offers a nurturing environment for personal and academic growth, leaving me excited and confident about the prospects of joining Mercer County Community College.... Read 397 reviews

• grade C

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $12,477

• SAT range —