Warren County Community College, which has boasted the top graduation rate for community colleges in New Jersey for several years, is now among the top when it comes to the nation.

In a report released by The Chronicle of Higher Education, the country’s premier publication for two and four-year colleges, WCCC was ranked No. 11 in the country. No other NJ community college was in the upper echelon of the ranked list. The rankings were based on “students who are seeking an associate degree or preparing to transfer to a four-year institution … and who have completed their degree within 150 percent of the normal time.”

For many at WCCC, students and staff alike, graduation has been a priority for some time. In fact, hundreds of students each year participate in the New Jersey Community College Completion Challenge, a national effort that encourages students to complete their degrees. At WCCC, the program is coordinated by the Alpha Upsilon Rho Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa.

“We have made it a priority to work closely with our students in order to give them the best possible edge so they can attain their educational goals,” said Dr. Will Austin, President of WCCC. “We emphasize this at every level, from our staff and faculty, our leadership, and to our Board of Trustees. The students understand that we want them to succeed and we will do everything we can to provide them with the tools to do so.”

“This is truly a great achievement,” added Dr. Phil Linfante, Chair of the WCCC Board of Trustees. “I know our students appreciate the effort. I couldn’t be any prouder of our entire team. They really make it happen!”

For more information about the College and its offerings, feel free to visit the Admissions office at the College’s main campus, Route 57, Washington Township, or go to www.warren.edu. 

Photo: Andrew Hopkins of Phillipsburg celebrates his graduation from WCCC last year.