City Rankings
Best Colleges in Jersey City, New Jersey
Top colleges in Jersey City ranked by national standing and graduate outcomes -- updated 2026.
Colleges listed: 3
Avg grad earnings: $48,298
Top Colleges in Jersey City
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Remaining schools are ordered by median graduate earnings.
| # | School | Grad Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saint Peter's University #587 national | $57,815 |
| 2 | New Jersey City University #1460 national | $52,745 |
| 3 | Hudson County Community College #1813 national | $34,333 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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