First Time College Student

 

By following these steps, you’ll be on your way to achieving your goals as an HCCC first-time college student.

Apply to HCCC

You have several choices. The fastest way is to apply online. You can also download a form in Spanish. If you download a form, print it out, and send it or drop it off to the Enrollment Services office.

Dates and Deadlines

We accept applications on a rolling basis, but you should apply as early as possible for the semester you wish to join.

After You Apply

You will receive a welcome email with more information from your assigned HCCC Admissions Advisor who will assist you. Until then, you can start preparing for your next steps before taking classes.

After you are admitted to HCCC, you may need to take the College Placement Test (CPT) to make sure you sign up for the right classes. This test will also show if you need to take extra classes in reading, writing and mathematics before moving on to college-level classes. Keep in mind that you may not need to take the test if you meet certain guidelines.

The state of New Jersey requires that we ask all students who are enrolled full-time (12 credit hours or more) to provide proof of measles, mumps, rubella, and hepatitis B immunizations. All students, regardless if they are full-time or part-time, must provide proof of meningococcal meningitis immunization, unless they are exempt. Students can provide evidence that they are exempt because of the following reasons:

  • Medical reasons (such as pregnancy or immunity): Show a physician's statement or official record.
  • Religious reasons: Show a statement from an official of the religious organization.
  • Anyone born before January 1, 1957: Still must provide proof of hepatitis B immunization.

We accept the following as evidence of immunization:

  • An official school immunization record.
  • A record from any public health department or physician.

Download and Fill Out Our Immunization Record Form.

You have many ways to pay for college. Some of them are based on your financial need, although others are based on your grades, interests, or skills.

You could be eligible for grants or scholarships from the government or from HCCC. Financial aid is also available in the form of federal and state loans and grants, such as Pell Grants, Stafford Loans, state Tuition Aid Grants, Federal Work-Study and the Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF).

The financial aid application process is confidential and free. The first step in receiving a loan or grant is to apply and file a Free Application for Financial Aid (FAFSA).

Eligible students may qualify for a scholarship at HCCC or from an external source.

Click here when you're ready to Register for Classes.

Being at HCCC

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We’re excited to meet you! After you register, we will send you more information about an upcoming orientation.

 

Contact Information

HCCC Enrollment Services
70 Sip Avenue - First Floor
Jersey City, NJ 07306
(201) 714-7200 or text (201) 509-4222
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You can also turn to these departments for specific questions: