HCCC | SPU CONNECT Program

This logo represents the collaborative program "HCCC CONNECT SPU" between Hudson County Community College and Saint Peter's University. It highlights a partnership symbolized by the interconnected design, aiming to bridge academic programs and facilitate seamless student transfers.

Hudson County Community College (HCCC) and St. Peter’s University (SPU) are proud to announce the HCCC | SPU CONNECT Transfer Program.

What is the HCCC | SPU CONNECT Program?

CONNECT is an exciting partnership between Hudson County Community College (HCCC) and St. Peter’s University (SPU). Students in the CONNECT program will receive personalized support and services to streamline the transfer process from HCCC to SPU. In addition to seamless transfer into Bachelor degree programs, through CONNECT+, students can also accelerate their completion of a graduate degree at SPU.

Benefits of CONNECT

Tuition Cost Savings! Based on your income, your degree may be tuition-free!
- The New Jersey College Promise offers an affordable pathway to a college degree. Together, the Community College Opportunity Grant (CCOG) and the Garden State Guarantee (GSG) programs promise transparent, predictable pricing for up to four years of college here in New Jersey.
Every Credit Counts! A specialized, aligned curriculum from HCCC to SPU ensures all HCCC credits transfer toward your selected SPU degree program.
Dedicated Success Coaches. Transfer Success Coaches provide continuous support and guidance from your enrollment at HCCC to your graduation from SPU.
CONNECT = Access. As a CONNECT student, you will have access to facilities and events at both colleges, including housing and sporting events at SPU.
No Additional Application. Earn your associate degree at HCCC and then seamlessly transition to earn your bachelor's degree at SPU with no additional application or fees required.
CONNECT Your Career. Enjoy special internship and co-curricular experiences that will prepare you for career success.

Can I still transfer into SPU without being in CONNECT?

Yes! The CONNECT Program is not the only way you can transfer into SPU. Your credits will be evaluated on a course-by-course basis and all transfer policies will apply to you. We can accept upwards of 60 credits from HCCC. For more information, please visit our SPU Transfer Frequently Asked Questions page.

Who Should Consider Being CONNECTed?

CONNECT is available to current HCCC students who:

Are enrolled in an eligible CONNECT degree program pathway.
Have a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Have earned between 0 and 30 college credits at HCCC.
Enroll in at least 9 credits per semester at HCCC.
Are not currently enrolled in another CONNECT program.
Complete the CONNECT Declaration Form.

Which HCCC programs are part of the CONNECT Program?

How do I apply to the CONNECT Program?

Complete the CONNECT Declaration Form A Transfer Success Coach will reach out to you with the next steps.

Students in the following CONNECT+ pathways have the opportunity to accelerate the completion of a graduate degree at SPU.

Accelerated Programs

Associate of Science in Accountancy to Bachelor of Science in Accountancy (Master of Science in Accountancy Track)
Associate of Science in Biology to Bachelor of Science in Biology (Master of Science in Biology Track)
Associate of Science in Business Administration to Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Master of Science in Business Administration Track)
Associate of Science in Criminal Justice to Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (Master of Science in Criminal Justice Track)
Associate of Science in Cybersecurity to Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (Cybersecurity track) (Master of Science in Cyber Security Track)
Associate of Science in Psychology to Bachelor of Psychology (Master of Science in Psychology or Master of Arts in Psychology Option)

For the Saint Peter University CONNECT Program, students should contact:

Mason Traino, Transfer Success Coach
HCCC office location: Journal Square Campus
70 Sip Avenue, Building A, 1st Floor
Email: connect@saintpeters.edu

For regular admissions, students should contact:

Mason Traino, Associate Director of Admissions & Operations/Transfer Success Coach
Location: See the Transfer Onsite Visits Calendar
Email: mtraino@saintpeters.edu