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Studying humanities at PCCC gives you the ability to communicate, understand another perspective, and think critically. These are all skills that are highly valued at the workplace. Whether you want a career in English, History, Philosophy, Political Science or another related field, we’ll get you started on the path to your bachelor’s degree.

Many of our graduates save money and take Ramapo classes on the PCCC campus. Learn how you can earn your bachelor’s degree from Ramapo through this unique partnership.

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Which Program is Right For You?

Applied Writing and Copy Editing
Career Certificate

English
Associate in Arts

English – Journalism
Associate in Arts

General Studies
Career Certificate

What Jobs Can I Get?

You can get some entry-level jobs right after graduation. Others will require a Bachelor’s Degree.

Median Salary in NJ
$47,530

Read transcript or proof type setup to detect and mark for correction any grammatical, typographical, or compositional errors. Excludes workers…

Median Salary in NJ
$61,930

Originate and prepare written material, such as scripts, stories, advertisements, and other material.

Median Salary in NJ
$73,860

Narrate or write news stories, reviews, or commentary for print, broadcast, or other communications media such as newspapers, magazines, radio,…

Median Salary in NJ
$82,190

Plan, coordinate, revise, or edit written material. May review proposals and drafts for possible publication.

Median Salary in NJ
$61,930

Create original written works, such as scripts, essays, prose, poetry or song lyrics, for publication or performance.

Median Salary in NJ
$77,370

Teach courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and…

Diana Garay transferred to Rutgers Newark with a full-tuition scholarship award. “PCCC lit my path. For the first time in my life, I had the desire to do something important with my future – to find a way to help people.”

Diana Garay, Liberal Arts

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