Adult and Continuing Education Tuition & Outcomes (2026)
Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS is a public certificate and vocational school in Hackensack, New Jersey, enrolling about 106 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. The published completion rate is about 91.03% at 150% of normal time. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $49,739 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $N/A
- 2024 Average Net Price: $10,588 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 106 100.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 91.03%
- First-Generation Students: 57.7%
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 11.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 146
Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS: what the data shows
Common questions about Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS?
Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS is located in Hackensack, NJ (ZIP 07601-6637).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS public or private?
Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS is a Public institution.
How much does Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS cost?
Average net price after aid: $10,588.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $11,584 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $8,665 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $14,192 |
How big is Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS?
Total enrollment: 106 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 146 students.
About 100% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS?
150%-time completion rate: 91.03%.
First-year retention: 42.3%.
What do graduates of Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS earn?
Median earnings: $45,625 six years after entry; $49,739 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $3,608.
27.10% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Plumbing Technology/Plumber (24 completions)
- Electrician (21 completions)
- Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (15 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 91.03%; median earnings $49,739 at 10 years; net price $10,588. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$N/A
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS was $N/A.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$10,588
2024 Value
In 2024 Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $10,588.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$42,352 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$10,588 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional where not shown.
4-year total cost breakdown for Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS.
Financial Aid by Income Level
27.10% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
29.68% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | — | — | $15,875 |
| 2014 | — | — | $15,517 |
| 2015 | — | — | $15,314 |
| 2016 | — | — | $11,189 |
| 2017 | — | — | $11,616 |
| 2018 | — | — | $13,309 |
| 2019 | — | — | $14,681 |
| 2020 | — | — | $13,539 |
| 2021 | — | — | $11,899 |
| 2022 | — | — | $16,165 |
| 2023 | — | — | $14,358 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS reported total enrollment of about 106 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 99% male and 94% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (43.4%), White (39.6%), and Black or African American (11.3%). About 27.10% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 57.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
100.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS in 2024 is 106 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 146 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
42.3%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 43.4%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
91.03% 100% Completion Time
91.03% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 91.03% of students graduating from Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Plumbing Technology/Plumber: 100% male / 0% female
- Electrician: 90% male / 10% female
- Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician: 100% male / 0% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS.
Return on Investment
$3,608 Median Student Debt
$49,739 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
7.25% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1074.42% Return on Investment
0.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS.
Top Programs by Completions
3 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 4 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Plumbing Technology/Plumber: 24 completions
2. Electrician: 21 completions
3. Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician: 15 completions
Most popular programs at Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $7,605
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS is a public institution located in Hackensack, NJ. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Plumbing Technology/Plumber, Electrician, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician. Enrollment is approximately 106 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (43.4%), White (39.6%), Black or African American (11.3%). The 150%-time completion rate is 91.03%. Approximately 27.10% of students receive Pell Grants. About 57.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Hackensack, NJ 07601-6637
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 91.03% graduation rate, Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS demonstrates strong student retention and completion. This rate significantly exceeds the national average, indicating effective academic support and student services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS located?
Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS is located in Hackensack, NJ.
How much does Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS cost?
Reported tuition is N/A and average net price is $10,588 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What is the student body demographics at Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS?
Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS reports undergraduate enrollment of about 146 students, Hispanic or Latino (43.4%), White (39.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS?
About 57.7% of students at Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS earn?
Median earnings are $45,625 six years after entry and $49,739 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS?
The 150%-time completion rate is 91.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $3,608.
Is Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS public or private?
Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS is a public institution located in Hackensack, NJ.
Is Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS an HBCU?
No. Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS a tribal college?
No. Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS reports 43.4% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.