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Why ECC?
For over 50 years, Essex County College has been educating and enriching the lives of our students.Our academic programs consider the needs of our local community, but our quality attracts applicants from all over the world. Find the ECC program you’ll use as the launchpad to your brightest future
Essex County College is proud to offer hundreds of different courses and programs, so you can proudly take the next step into your future… and you can do it your way. That means your schedule, your timeline, and your terms.
Biology, Chemistry & Physics
Business
Social Sciences
Humanities & Bilingual Studies
Mathematics, Engineering Technologies & Computer Sciences (METCS)
Nursing & Health Sciences
The Biology, Chemistry & Physics Division offers A.S. degree programs designed to prepare students to transfer to four-year institutions. The faculty hold advanced degrees in biology, chemistry, and physics and are experienced teachers.... MORE
The Division offers A.S. degree programs designed to prepare students to transfer to four-year institutions and A.A.S. and certificate programs designed to prepare students for business careers immediately upon graduation, or to develop technical skills in specialized areas.... MORE
The Social Sciences Division offers A.S. degree and A.A. degree programs designed to prepare students to transfer to four-year institutions, and A.A.S. degree and certificate programs designed to prepare students for careers in the social sciences immediately upon graduation.... MORE
The Division offers A.A. and A.S. degree programs designed to prepare students to transfer to four-year institutions and A.A.S. and certificate programs designed to prepare students for careers immediately upon graduation as well as to develop technical skills in specialized areas.... MORE
The Mathematics, Engineering Technologies & Computer Sciences Division offers A.S. degree programs designed to prepare students to transfer to four-year institutions to pursue advanced degrees in mathematics, engineering, computer science and technology; as well as A.A.S. and certificate programs designed to prepare students to enter the workforce immediately upon graduation.... MORE
The Nursing & Health Sciences Division offers A.S. degree programs designed to prepare students to transfer to four-year institutions and A.A.S. and certificate programs designed to prepare students for health careers immediately upon graduation. The faculty are licensed to practice in their respective fields and have diverse academic and professional backgrounds. Most hold advanced practice credentials in their professional field. ... MORE
Essex County College offers a wide range of associate degree programs, academic certificate programs, and certificates of completion. Whether your goal is to continue to a four-year program, jump directly into your new career, or just learn something new, start your search for the program that will best fit you!
College isn’t just about the degree. It’s about expanding your horizons and getting involved in the things that matter most to you. ECC features a number of academic organizations to help you pursue your passions with like-minded individuals. These organizations are here for students who aim for high achievement and want to make a real-world difference in their communities.