CCM Graduates Earn the Best Salaries in New Jersey and Nationwide

Published on January 25, 2021

County College of Morris Places #1 in State and Top 45 in Nation

Alumni of the County College of Morris (CCM) have ranked No. 1 in New Jersey for four years in a row based on their earnings and now have been ranked by Newsweek at 44 out of over 1,100 community colleges in the U.S. for alumni who earn the best salaries, as reported in the Jan. 10, on-line article by Newsweek: "Community Colleges Whose Graduates Earn the Most Money."

(JPG, 13KB)By attending CCM, students can receive a free or very affordable higher education and be among the highest paid employees in the nation. As noted in the Newsweek article, considering time spent, financial cost and earning potential, community colleges that offer programs on the forefront of career development are "the most viable financial option for many."

In its 2020-21 "College Salary Report," PayScale ranked CCM 32nd in the country for graduates who earn the best salaries. Along with the national ratings, CCM has maintained its No. 1 position in the state for four consecutive years in PayScale's "Best Community Colleges in New Jersey by Salary Potential" annual ranking.

"These reports confirm the value and high ROI (return on investment) of a CCM education," remarked Dr. Anthony J. Iacono, president of CCM. "We're proud of the success of our alumni and to be recognized for the high-quality, career-focused programs and services CCM provides so students can reach their potential, earn good salaries and make a positive impact in their workplace and communities."

To learn more about enrolling in one of CCM's degree, certificate or training programs that translate into better salaries, visit www.ccm.edu/spring-2021, email admiss@ccm.edu or call 973-328-5100.