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

Step 1: Apply for Admissions

https://bergen.edu/enroll/

Step 2: Activate Your Account

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

Phone: (201) 447-7109

Step 3: Complete the FAFSA

Complete the FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid ~ School Code: 004736

Phone: (201) 447-7148

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 wit-h 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 availablePhone: (201) 447-7105