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2 year colleges

Community (Two Year) College Programs

Community colleges are two-year schools that provide affordable postsecondary education as a pathway to enter the workforce with an Associates Degree or transfer credits to a four-year college. These schools have open admission policies and accept all students with a high school diploma or equivalent.

Applying To Bergen Community College

Bergen Community College logo featuring a torch, book, and the year 1965.

Step 1: Apply for Admissions

Step 2: Activate Your Account

Activate your Student Portal Account. Your acceptance letter will provide your Bergen User Name, ID number, and Bergen Email. All admissions, testing, financial aid, billing, and registration information will be sent to your portal address.

Phone: (201) 447-7109

Step 3: Complete the FAFSA

Step 4: Register with the NJ Higher Education Student Assistance Authority

  • Here you can apply for State Grants and Loans based on your financial need.

Step 5: Take the Placement Examination - Office of Testing Services

  • Placement testing is required for all degree or certificate seeking students prior to registration. Testing waivers may be available if you meet certain criteria.
  • Phone: (201) 447-7202

Step 6: Meet with an Advisor - Advisement Center

  • Discuss your placement test results and requirements for your major.
  • Select your courses / Build your schedule
  • Phone: (201) 612-5480

Step 7: Register for Classes

  • Online
  • In Person - Registration Office
  • Phone: (201) 447-7218

Step 8: Make a Payment

  • Online, in person, or by telephone
  • Cash, Checks, Money Orders, Credit Cards, 3rd Party Sponsorship and Financial Aid are accepted
  • Payment Plan options available
    Phone: (201) 447-7105

NJTRANSFER

  • Course Equivalencies
  • Recommended Coursework
  • Evaluation of Course Credits and Transcript Evaluations
  • Transfer specific points of contact
  • Partnered institutions' websites
  • Transfer recruitment events
  • Information on financial aid and scholarships
    • Course Equivalencies
    • Recommended Coursework
    • Evaluation of Course Credits and Transcript Evaluations
    • Transfer specific points of contact
    • Partnered institutions' websites
    • Transfer recruitment events
    • Information on financial aid and scholarships