School Description
Provided by Gloucester County College-SewellGCC is an excellent place to expand your knowledge and to grow socially. Our academic programs prepare students for some of the best careers as well as efficient transitions to four-year colleges and universities. Class size allows our students to have one-on-one relationships with their professors, and effective collaborations with other students in the class, establishing important networks and in some cases, lasting friendships.
In addition, you can stretch creatively and socially through participation in student organizations and the Student Government Association, offering the appropriate blend of classroom and out of classroom experiences for those who choose to participate. Culturally, our is unmatched, as you will have the opportunity to view world-renown artists in the College Gallery, as well as other cultural activities that include music, poetry, and dramatic presentations.
Gloucester County College is a center for learning that strives for academic excellence, supports the economic development of the community, and seeks to enhance the community's quality of life. Through affordable, accessible programs and services, the College promotes intellectual and cultural enrichment, individual achievement, and professional development. The College promotes a respectful and welcoming environment and commits to being responsive and proactive to the needs to students, staff, and community.
Gloucester County College for many is the start of greatness that will follow you for the rest of your life. For others, it can be a part of continued greatness and success, a pathway for the attainment of future goals and achievements. Either way, GCC has everything that you need to map your journey to success wherever you may be headed. We are absolutely excited that you have chosen GCC to get you there!
Gloucester County College-Sewell
From Wikipedia, The Free EncyclopediaGloucester County College is an accredited, co-educational, two-year, public, community college located in Gloucester County, New Jersey. Gloucester County College is located in Deptford Township.
The college also operates the Business and Industry Training (BIT) Center in West Deptford Township.
Gloucester County College is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
History
The college was established in 1966 when the New Jersey Department of Education approved the college's charter. A year prior, the voters of Gloucester County had passed a non-binding referendum calling for the Board of Chosen Freeholders to start a community college in the county.
Charter President Dr. William L. Apetz began his tenure on April 1, 1967, working out of a farmhouse near the corner of Salinas and Tanyard roads where the Gloucester County Superintendent's Office is now located. The first classes were taught in the summer of 1967 at Monagahela Middle School and Deptford Township High School.
Nearly 17,000 degrees have been issued since the college's inception. Enrollment surpassed 6,000 in 2005.
Athletics
The college's athletic teams (the Roadrunners) have won 14 national championships competing in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Div. III.
Men's Basketball 1994 Baseball 1992, 1993, 1999, 2000, 2005 Wrestling 1996, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2002, 2007 Women's Cross Country 2006 Men's Cross Country 1995
Notable alumni
- Lucinda Florio, wife of former New Jersey Governor Jim Florio.
- Patti Smith, punk rock musician.
Quick Facts
- Location:
- Mid-Atlantic
- Setting:
- Large Town Setting
- Type:
- Public
- Size:
- Large (5,000 to 10,000 Undergrad)
Students & Campus Life
- Full Time Students:
- 68%
- Athletic Programs:
- Unavailable
Expenses
- Average Tuition:
- $ 5,312
- Students Receiving Aid:
- 43%
Degree Programs at Gloucester County College-Sewell
Associate's Level Programs
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Arts & Humanities
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General Studies
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General Studies
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Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
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Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
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General Studies
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Business
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Accounting & Related Services
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Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
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Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
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Administrative Services
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Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
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Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
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General Business
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Business Administration and Management
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Business Administration and Management
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Hospitality & Restaurants
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Hospitality Management
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Hospitality Management
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Marketing
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Marketing/Marketing Management
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Accounting & Related Services
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Communication & Media
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Graphics & Multimedia
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Computer Graphics
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Web Design
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Computer Graphics
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Graphics & Multimedia
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Education
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General Education
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General Education
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General Education
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Special Needs Education
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Special Needs Education
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Special Education and Teaching
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Special Education and Teaching
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Teacher Training
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Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
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Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
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General Education
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Engineering
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General Engineering
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General Engineering
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Fitness, Recreation and Leisure Studies
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Physical Fitness
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Kinesiology and Exercise Science
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Kinesiology and Exercise Science
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Physical Fitness
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Health & Medical Services
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Diagnostic & Treatment Technician
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Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
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Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
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Ultrasound Technician
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Nursing
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Nursing - Registered Nurse Training (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
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Nursing - Registered Nurse Training (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
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Diagnostic & Treatment Technician
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Legal Professions
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Legal Assistant/Paralegal
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Legal Assistant/Paralegal
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Life Science
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Biology
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Biology/Biological Sciences
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Biology/Biological Sciences
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Biology
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Natural Sciences
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Chemistry
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General Chemistry
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General Chemistry
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Chemistry
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Security and Protective Service Careers
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Criminal Justice/Police Science
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Mechanic/Repair Trades
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Industrial Electronics Technician
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Technician Careers
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Engineering Technology
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Automotive Engineering Technology
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Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
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Engineering Technology
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Technology
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Information Systems Operation and Management
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General Computer Science
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General Computer Science
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Networking
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Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
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Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
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Software Development
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Computer and Information Sciences
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Computer Programming/Programmer
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Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration
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Information Systems Operation and Management
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Certificate Programs at Gloucester County College-Sewell
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Business
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Administrative Services
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Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
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Administrative Services
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Legal Professions
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Legal Assistant/Paralegal
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Security and Protective Service Careers
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Security Services
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Technology
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Networking
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Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
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Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
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Software Development
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Computer Programming/Programmer
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Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration
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Students
General
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Full-Time vs. Part-Time
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Race/Ethnicity
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Geography
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In State vs. Out-of-State
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Top States for Incoming Freshman
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| Percent of Students International: | 0% |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | In-District | In-State | Out-of-State |
Published Tuition and Fees: |
$ 2,944 | $ 2,976 | $ 5,312 |
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 2,368 | $ 2,400 | $ 4,736 |
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 576 | $ 576 | $ 576 |
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 2,724 | 28% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 1,899 | 24% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 2,106 | 18% | |
Any Aid: |
43% |
College Advice |
Question: where can i get a housing grant? I would like to apply online?i am a college student at gloucester county college and i need to get a housing grant to put a roof over my head.22 months ago
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