Essex County College Demographics & Diversity Overview

84%
Minority Students
61%
Female Students
NaN%
International
0
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Essex County College has a diverse student body with 84% students of color and NaN% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
6.4%(531)
Hispanic
30.7%(2,541)
African American
52.9%(4,377)
Asian
2.8%(232)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%(16)
Pacific Islander
0.1%(8)
Two or More Races
1.5%(126)
Unknown
5.3%(436)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color84%
Total Enrollment9,206
International StudentsNaN%

Cultural Engagement

Essex County College offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Essex County College has a gender distribution of 61% female students and 39% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
39.0%(3,589)
Women
61.0%(5,617)

Gender Statistics

Men3,589

39% of total enrollment

Women5,617

61% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Essex County College serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 30% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 24% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Undergraduate Ages

Under 18
12.3%(832)
18-19
21.2%(1,441)
20-21
19.7%(1,336)
22-24
14.6%(992)
25+
32.2%(2,189)

Age Diversity Insights

30%

Traditional Age (18-21)

24%

Non-Traditional (25+)

0%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Essex County College attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with NaN% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes NaN% in-state residents, NaN% out-of-state students, and NaN% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Regional Representation

States Represented

0 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

84%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

61%

Female Students

Global Reach

NaN%

International

Age Diversity

24%

Non-Traditional Age