WHY PCCC?

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PCCC: My Passion My Place!

Find your perfect place with 80+ degree, career and transfer programs available in high-demand fields!


Engaging professors and one-on-one support

Diverse vision and supportive environment

Bold community and vibrant campus life

Unlimited opportunities to make college your own

Affordability

Save up to 60% on a four-year college education when you you do your first two years at PCCC!*

*PCCC Office of Institutional Research

Academic Excellence

PCCC graduates have transferred to Harvard, Columbia, Stanford, Case Western Reserve, and other elite universities, as well as Colleges closer to home: Montclair State, Ramapo, Rutgers, William Paterson, and more.

Engaging Faculty

PCCC Professors are invested in seeing students succeed, provide support and career advice, and prepare students for their future.

Career Services

Whether you are planning to transfer to a bachelor’s degree program at a four-year college or go directly into a job market, Career Services can assist with personalized counseling, coaching, workshops, and networking events to help you.

Support for your Success

Whether you need tutoring for a class, help with the transfer process, or solutions for a personal problem, our team is here to help you!

Vibrant Student Life

Make the most of your college experience. Gain leadership skills , make friends, and have fun. Getting involved can add to your future success!

Convenient Locations

With a Main Campus in historic downtown Paterson and locations in Wanaque, Passaic,
and Wayne, PCCC’s presence covers the County, offering convenient access to
everyone. Plus: Online learning lets you enjoy classes at your time and place.

Heading to Harvard

NICOLETTE CARPENTER

Valedictorian, ’23

Read Nicolette’s story

You can explore your interests, find support from professors and advisors who want to see you succeed and have a personalized educational experience.