LOCATIONS
Locations & Directions
MAIN CAMPUS
One College Boulevard Paterson NJ 07505
973-684-6800
The Paterson Campus of PCCC is located at the corner of Broadway and Memorial Drive in historic downtown Paterson. This campus houses the College Theater, Gymnasium, Hamilton Club, Art Galleries, Paterson Community Technology Center (CTC) Fitness Center, Recreation Center, Bookstore, Center for Student Success, Learning Resource Center, Writing Lab, and executive offices.
FALL and SPRING
(when classes are in session)
Mon-Fri: 7:00am – 10:00pm
Sat: 7:00am – 5:00pm
During the Summer, the campus is closed on Fridays and Saturdays. Most Student Service Offices are open late on Monday and Thursday nights.
GPS users:
Please use 204 Ellison St., Paterson, NJ 07505 for directions to the Paterson Campus.
From East via George Washington Bridge:
Take Route 80 West. Get off at 57B, Downtown Paterson Exit. Turn left on Main Street (second intersection). Turn right on Ellison Street (second light). The College is about ¼-mile ahead.
From West via Route 80:
Take Route 80 East. Get off at 57B, Downtown Paterson Exit. Follow signs for Downtown Paterson. Turn left on Main Street (second intersection). Turn right on Ellison Street (second light). The College is about ¼-mile ahead.
From North via Garden State Parkway:
Take Garden State Parkway to Exit 159, Route 80 West. Take 80 West. Get off at 57B, Downtown Paterson Exit. Turn left on Main Street (second intersection). Turn right on Ellison Street (second light). The College is about ¼-mile ahead.
From South via Garden State Parkway:
Take Garden State Parkway to Exit 155P. Follow Route 19 to Downtown Paterson Exit. Turn left on Main Street (second intersection). Turn right on Ellison Street (second light). The College is about ¼-mile ahead.
Public Transportation:
Bus and train transportation is available from surrounding areas. NJ Transit buses stop in front of the College. For further information on bus service call the NJ Transit Toll Free Number 1-800-772-2222. For train service call NJ Transit at (973) 762-5100 or (215) 569-3752.
PCCC campus parking is a privilege, not a right. Parking is provided to students, faculty and staff who are engaged in College business and College-approved activities.
WHERE TO REGISTER YOUR VEHICLE AT PCCC
Paterson – Dept. of Public Safety ID Room E-100 (first floor of Founder’s Hall). Tel: 973-684-5403
Passaic – Main Office Tel: 973-341-1600
Wanaque – Main Office Tel: 973-684-3000
Wayne – Main Office Tel: 973-304-6020
• Campus Parking Regulations
• Campus Parking Locations (includes Visitor Parking)
• To Request a Campus Vehicle
PASSAIC ACADEMIC CENTER
2 Paulison Avenue Passaic NJ 07055
Phone: 973-341-1600
Fax: 973-341-1601
The Passaic Academic Center (PAC) opened in 2008 as the fourth campus of Passaic County Community College. A state-of-the-art educational facility, PAC offers modern science and computer laboratories as well as classrooms equipped with the latest technology to enhance the delivery of our educational programs. Parking is available and the campus is easily accessible by public transportation.
(Subject to Change)
FALL and SPRING
(when classes are in session)
Mon-Thur: 8:30am – 9:00pm
Friday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
Saturday: 8:30am – 1:30pm
FALL and SPRING
(when classes are not in session)
Mon & Thur: 8:30am – 7:00pm
Tues/Wed/Fri: 8:30am – 4:30pm
SUMMER
Mon-Thur: 8:30am – 9:00pm
Closed on Friday and Saturday in the summer (mid-June through August)
From East
Route 3 West to Route 21 North (Clifton) to River Drive exit, Exit 11A (Passaic). Bear right onto River Drive. Campus is on the left at the corner of River Drive and Paulison Avenue.
From West
Route 80 East to Exit 60. Merge onto NJ-20 South (McLean Blvd). Follow signs for Route 21 South. Route 21 South to Exit 11 (Passaic) . Make right at light on to Main Ave. Turn right at next light Paulison Avenue. Campus is on the left at the corner of River Drive and Paulison Avenue.
From the South
Garden State Parkway North to exit 153. Route 3 East to Route 21 North (Clifton) to River Drive, Exit 11A (Passaic). Bear right onto River Drive. Campus is on the left at the corner of Rive Drive and Paulison Avenue.
From the North
Garden State Parkway South to Exit 157 (Route 20/Garfield). Left on Route 46 West to Route 21 South to Exit 11 (Passaic) . Make right at light on to Main Ave. and again right at light on to Paulison Avenue. Campus is on the left at the corner of River Drive and Paulison Avenue.
PUBLIC SAFETY ACADEMY
300 Oldham Road Wayne NJ 07470
973-304-6020
Passaic County Community College’s Public Safety Academy (PSA) is home for firefighter training for Passaic County. The PSA offers state-of-the-art training and facilities for firefighting, including an indoor fire-training center and simulator or burn building, used to train both volunteer and career firefighters in keeping our communities safe.
Degree and Certificate Programs
PCCC offers degree and certificate programs in criminal justice, fire science, and emergency response.
EMS & Fire Safety Continuing Education Courses
Non-credit continuing education courses offered at the Public Safety Academy include Emergency Medical Technician, Fire Inspector, and Fire Official courses, Uniform Construction Code courses, and Commercial Driver License Training.
Group classes at your location in fire safety and EMS are available upon request. Call: 973-304-6022
Passaic County Public Safety Training
The PSA is also home for the Passaic County Office of Emergency Management. PSA also serves first responder training needs, particularly for the volunteer fire and EMT squads throughout Passaic County
Mon – Fri: 7:30am – 11:00pm
Saturday: 7:30am – 4:30pm
Sunday: 6:00am – 4:30pm
Garden State Parkway North:
GSP North to Exit 153
Route 3 West to Route 46 West
Make a right unto Union Boulevard (Turns into Union Avenue)
Go to Preakness Avenue
Make a left onto Preakness Avenue
* Take Preakness Avenue to the very top of the hill. Turn right onto Oldham Road – follow Oldham Road to sign for Passaic County Public Safety Academy “Kattak Parkway”, on right side approximately 1.5 miles.
South:
GSP South To Exit 154 onto Route 46 West
Make a right unto Union Boulevard (Turns into Union Avenue)
Go to Preakness Avenue
Make a left onto Preakness Avenue
Follow the above direction from the *.
Route 80 Westbound:
Take Route 80 West to Exit 56 on the right (Squirrelwood Road, West Paterson)
Make aright at end of ramp
Make first left onto Glover Street
Go through first traffic light and over bridge
At second traffic light, turn right onto Totowa Avenue
At first traffic light, turn left onto Preakness Avenue
* Take Preakness Avenue to the top of the hill. Turn right onto Oldham Road – follow Oldham Road to sign for Passaic County Public Safety Academy “Kattak Parkway”, on right side approximately 1.5 miles.
Eastbound:
Take Route 80 East to Exit 54 on the right (Minnisink Road, Totowa)
Make left at end of ramp and go back over Route 80 on Minnisink Road
Make first left onto Vreeland Avenue (sign for Route 80 West)
At the end of Vreeland Avenue, make a right onto Riverview Drive
Make a right onto Valley Road (Golf Course is on the right) from Riverview Drive
Make a right onto Preakness Avenue from Valley Road
Follow above directions from the *
Going east on Valley Road, Wayne, N.J. (toward Ratzer Road) Turn right on Preakness Avenue – go to top of hill – turn left on Oldham Road – follow Oldham Road to sign for Passaic County Public Safety Academy, on right side approximately 1.5 miles.
Going west on Valley Road, Wayne, N.J. (toward French Hill Road) Turn left on Preakness Avenue – go to top of hill – turn left on Oldham Road – follow Oldham Road to sign for Passaic County Public Safety Academy, on right side “Kattak Parkway,” approximately 1.5 miles.
Going east on Alps Road, Wayne, N.J. – make right on Burhwood Avenue, proceed to Valley Road and make a right on Valley Road to Preakness Avenue – turn left – go to top of hill, make a left turn on Oldham Road – follow Oldham Road to sign for Passaic County Public Safety Academy, on right side approximately 1.5 miles.
Going west on Alps Road, Wayne, N.J. – make a left on Birchwood Avenue – proceed to Valley Road – make a right turn on Valley Road – make a left at Preakness Avenue – go to top of hill – make left on Oldham Road –– follow Oldham Road to sign for Passaic County Public Safety Academy, on right side “Kattak Parkway,” approximately 1.5 miles.
From Route 46:
From Route 46, exit at Riverview Drive (from east or west) proceed on Riverview Drive to Valley Road – turn right on Valley Road – go to Preakness Avenue – make a right turn on Preakness – make a left turn on Oldham Road – follow Oldham Road to sign for Passaic County Public Safety Academy, on right side “Kattak Parkway,” approximately 1.5 miles.
From Route 287 North To Route 80 East:
Exit Minnisink Road – at end of exit make left, go over Route 80. Take next left. Go to end to stop sign. Make a right – straight to Valley Road (can only make a right) Straight to Preakness Avenue – make right. Up to top of hill make left on Oldham Road. – follow Oldham Road to sign for Passaic County Public Safety Academy, on right side “Kattak Parkway,” approximately 1.5 miles.
Hamburg Turnpike (Central Ave – Haledon):
From Paterson, Central Avenue (becomes Hamburg Turnpike) to top of hill (Wayne – Haledon border). Left on Oldham Road at top of hill. Entrance is on left approx .5 miles. “Kattak Parkway” is the street name. Follow signs.
From Wayne, Hamburg Turnpike to Oldham Road. Right on Oldham Road. Entrance is on left approx .5 miles. “Kattak Parkway” is the street name. Follow signs.
WANAQUE ACADEMIC CENTER
500 Union Avenue Wanaque NJ 07420
973-248-3000
The Wanaque Academic Center, one of PCCC’s two suburban locations, is home to the College’s Culinary Arts as well as Fine and Performing Arts programs, and also offers classes in other PCCC courses.
Located on a 20-acre site with ample outdoor parking, the 66,000 square-foot facility houses state-of-the art classrooms, a library, and administrative offices. In 2016, WAC underwent a $10 million expansion that added:
- Two professional kitchens
- Music practice and production studios
- Fine arts facilities
- A black box theater
- An elegant lounge area with a café.
With the recent expansion, the Culinary Arts and Fine and Performing Arts divisions now offer students cutting-edge facilities for enhanced learning and practice in those fields.
Additionally, the College also introduced a shuttle service linking WAC to the Main Campus in Paterson, enabling students to travel easily from one location to the other and enjoy more flexibility in their schedules.
Main Office:
Mon – Fri: 8:30am – 4:30pm
Closed on Fridays in the Summer
Library Hours:
Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Closed on Fridays in the Summer
Set your GPS for 500 Union Avenue, Haskell, NJ 07420 (973) 248-3000
From Paterson Main Campus:
Take Route 80 West to Route 23 North (Exit 53). Take Route 23 North to 287 North, Mahwah Exit. Take 287 North to Wanaque Exit (Exit 55). At the bottom of the ramp, turn right onto Ringwood Avenue. Get into far left lane and turn left at first traffic light to Union Avenue. The College is approximately ½-mile on the right.
From East via George Washington Bridge:
Take Route 80 West to Route 23 North (Exit 53). Take Route 23 North to 287 North, Mahwah Exit. Take 287 North to Wanaque Exit (Exit 55). At the bottom of the ramp, turn right onto Ringwood Avenue. Get into far left lane and turn left at first traffic light to Union Avenue. The College is approximately ½-mile on the right.
From North via Garden State Parkway:
Take Garden State Parkway South to Exit 159, Route 80 West. Take 80 West. Get off at Route 23 North (Exit 53). Take Route 23 North to 287 North, Mahwah Exit. Take 287 North to Wanaque Exit (Exit 55). At the bottom of the ramp, turn right onto Ringwood Avenue. Get into far left lane and turn left at first traffic light to Union Avenue. The College is approximately ½-mile on the right.
From South via Garden State Parkway:
Take Garden State Parkway North to Exit 155P. Follow signs for Route 80 West. Take Route 80 West to Route 23 North (Exit 53). Take Route 23 North to 287 North, Mahwah Exit. Take 287 North to Wanaque Exit (Exit 55) At the bottom of the ramp, turn right onto Ringwood Avenue. Get into far left lane and turn left at first traffic light to Union Avenue. The College is approximately ½-mile on the right.
From Tappan Zee Bridge:
Take 287 South to Wanaque (Exit 55). Bear left off ramp. Turn left at traffic light. The College is approximately ½-mile on the right.