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Higher EducationNew Jersey, United States1001-5000 Employees
Essex County College is a public, open-door community college serving the Newark area, with its main campus in the University Heights neighborhood of Newark and additional campuses in West Caldwell and a Police Academy in Cedar Grove. The Newark campus spans three city blocks and features high-tech classrooms and state-of-the-art laboratories to support a range of programs and teaching methods. The college operates within the higher education sector and emphasizes accessible, affordable programs designed for a diverse student population. ECC serves students from varied backgrounds and abilities and maintains a nurturing atmosphere intended to broaden access to higher education and lifelong learning. In addition to its degree and certificate offerings, the college supports public safety education through the Police Academy and pursues recognition and partnerships, such as the 2024 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity award.