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Hohokus School of Trade and Technical Sciences : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

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About Hohokus School of Trade and Technical Sciences

Known for practical, hands-on learning, Hohokus School of Trade and Technical Sciences in Paterson blends shop-style labs with close-knit, skills-focused classes. Instructors are described as straight shooters who bring workplace know-how into the lab. Students tap advising, tutoring, and career coaching, along with well kept workshops, tool rooms, and quiet study corners. The campus vibe is focused and friendly; you'll see classmates troubleshooting a project together more often than not. It's a place that cares about getting the little things right, and that shows.

Student life leans purposeful, with clubs and peer groups, low key events, and occasional skills showcases that let students highlight their work. Paterson's creative energy and industrial roots offer nearby employers, easy transit, and a food scene that's tough to beat after class. The school has a reputation for job-ready training, portfolio building, and shop etiquette that employers notice. You might spot student projects on display, a small tradition that doubles as a confidence boost. It feels practical, and it works.

Key Institutional Details

Contact & Profile

Location: 634 Market Street, Paterson, New Jersey, 07513, USA
Website: hohokus.edu
Unit ID: 184746

Academic & Institutional

Control: Private for-profit institution (operates for revenue)
Accreditation: ACCSC
Length of Study: Programs of 4 years or more (e.g. bachelor's or graduate degrees)
Calendar System: Other calendar system
Award Levels: Certificate (1-2 yrs), Other Award
Carnegie Classification: Not available
Campus Setting: Located in a large suburb (outside principal city, 250,000+ population)
Tuition: Not available
Student Profile:
Total Students: 134
Undergraduate: 134
Graduate/Other: 0
Male: 130 Female: 4
Applications:
Total Applicants: Not available
Admitted: Not available
Enrolled: Not available
Staff:
Total: 64 Full-time: 46 Part-time: 18

Degree Programs & Career Salary Prospects

Explore degree programs offered at Hohokus School of Trade and Technical Sciences with detailed career prospects, starting salary ranges, and job opportunities in New Jersey. See what you can do with your degree and expected earnings after graduation.

How to use this guide:
Click on any academic field that interests you to expand and view available degree programs. Each program shows potential career paths, median salaries in New Jersey vs national averages, and job prospects for graduates. Perfect for answering "What can I do with my degree?" and salary expectations.
Construction (3)
Building Trades, Construction Management and Skilled Crafts
46.0302 Electrician. (Cert<1y)
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to install, operate, maintain, and repair electric apparatus and systems such as residential, commercial, and industrial electric-power wiring; and DC and AC motors, controls, and electrical distribution panels. Includes instruction in the principles of electronics and electrical systems, wiring, power transmission, safety, industrial and household appliances, job estimation, electrical testing and inspection, and applicable codes and standards.

Graduate Career Earnings in New Jersey

Average graduate salary for this degree:
SOC Code Occupation US National New Jersey Avg NJ vs US
47-1011 First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $84,500 $103,130 +$18,630 (+22%)
47-2111 Electricians $69,630 $79,860 +$10,230 (+14.7%)
49-2098 Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers $60,040 $68,790 +$8,750 (+14.6%)
49-9097 Signal and Track Switch Repairers $84,940 $83,990 -$950 (-1.1%)
46.0401 Building/Property Maintenance. (Cert<1y)
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to keep a building functioning, and to service a variety of structures including commercial and industrial buildings and mobile homes. Includes instruction in the basic maintenance and repair skills required to service building systems, such as air conditioning, heating, plumbing, electrical, major appliances, and other mechanical systems.

Graduate Career Earnings in New Jersey

Average graduate salary for this degree:
SOC Code Occupation US National New Jersey Avg NJ vs US
11-3013 Facilities Managers $114,520 $117,920 +$3,400 (+3%)
37-1011 First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers $51,170 $60,710 +$9,540 (+18.6%)
47-1011 First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $84,500 $103,130 +$18,630 (+22%)
49-9071 Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $52,430 $53,530 +$1,100 (+2.1%)
46.0503 Plumbing Technology/Plumber. (Cert<1y)
A program that prepares individuals to practice as licensed plumbers by applying technical knowledge and skills to lay out, assemble, install, and maintain piping fixtures and systems for steam, natural gas, oil, hot water, heating, cooling, drainage, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial processing systems in home and business environments. Includes instruction in source determination, water distribution, waster removal, pressure adjustment, basic physics, technical mathematics, blueprint reading, pipe installation, pumps, welding and soldering, plumbing inspection, and applicable codes and standards.

Graduate Career Earnings in New Jersey

Average graduate salary for this degree:
SOC Code Occupation US National New Jersey Avg NJ vs US
47-1011 First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $84,500 $103,130 +$18,630 (+22%)
47-2152 Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters $69,940 $90,120 +$20,180 (+28.9%)
47-4071 Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners $52,730 $70,090 +$17,360 (+32.9%)
Eng. Technologies (1)
Applied Engineering Technologies and Technical Support
15.0613 Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician. (Cert<1y)
A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills to the identification and resolution of production problems in the manufacture of products. Includes instruction in machine operations, production line operations, engineering analysis, systems analysis, instrumentation, physical controls, automation, computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), manufacturing planning, quality control, and informational infrastructure.

Graduate Career Earnings in New Jersey

Average graduate salary for this degree:
SOC Code Occupation US National New Jersey Avg NJ vs US
17-3026 Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $69,780 $65,630 -$4,150 (-5.9%)
Production (1)
Manufacturing Technology, Quality Control and Industrial Arts
48.0508 Welding Technology/Welder. (AltPostMSc)
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to join or cut metal surfaces. Includes instruction in arc welding, resistance welding, brazing and soldering, cutting, high-energy beam welding and cutting, solid state welding, ferrous and non-ferrous materials, oxidation-reduction reactions, welding metallurgy, welding processes and heat treating, structural design, safety, and applicable codes and standards.

Graduate Career Earnings in New Jersey

Average graduate salary for this degree:
SOC Code Occupation US National New Jersey Avg NJ vs US
51-4121 Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers $55,100 $58,570 +$3,470 (+6.3%)
51-4122 Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders $49,270 $56,130 +$6,860 (+13.9%)

Tuition, Fees & Estimated Costs

Overview of tuition rates, housing, and other annual education expenses for undergraduate and graduate students

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Financial Aid & Student Support

Summary of scholarships, grants, student loans, and financial aid statistics for undergraduate students

74%
FTFT Aid Recipients
Avg. Grant
$5,888
Avg. Loan
$11,300
Avg. Federal Loan
$11,300
Additional
Students with Any Grant
134
Students who received any type of grant aid
Students with Any Loan
134
Students who received any type of loan-based aid
Students with Federal Grant
134
Students who received a federal grant
Avg. Institutional Grant
$500
Average amount of institutional grant awarded

Student Success Metrics

Graduation rates and post-graduation earnings to help assess student outcomes and long-term value of education.

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Percentage of students who successfully graduate from the institution
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First-Year Retention Rate
Percentage of first-year students who continue for a second year
Median Earnings Over Time
$21,507 – $68,213
Salary Range (25th–75th Percentile, 10 Years)
$21,507 (25th %) $68,213 (75th %)
*Median Salary After 10 Years: $43,917
Median Salary After 6 Years
$43,299
Average annual earnings of former students six years after starting college.
Median Salary After 10 Years
$43,917
Average annual earnings of former students ten years after starting college.

Loan Burden & Repayment Outcomes

Breakdown of loan repayment rates and student debt levels by income and dependency status.

3-Year Loan Repayment Rate
39.8%
Share of borrowers who repaid loans within 3 years
Repayment Rate (Graduates Only)
48.0%
Repayment rate among students who completed their program
Median Student Loan Debt
$7,600
Median federal loan debt of undergraduate completers at time of graduation.
Repayment by Income
Low 32.0%
Repayment by Dependency
Dependent 47.5%
Independent 33.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about Hohokus School of Trade and Technical Sciences

What academic programs and degree levels does Hohokus School of Trade and Technical Sciences offer?

Hohokus School of Trade and Technical Sciences offers 7 academic programs across 3 major fields of study, with available degree levels: Certificate (1-2 yrs), Other Award.

Most popular program areas include:

  • Building Trades, Construction Management and Skilled Crafts (3 programs)
  • Applied Engineering Technologies and Technical Support (1 programs)
  • Manufacturing Technology, Quality Control and Industrial Arts (1 programs)

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2022-2023 academic year. Numbers reflect programs where students graduated, not all offered programs.

What financial aid and scholarships are available at Hohokus School of Trade and Technical Sciences?

Hohokus School of Trade and Technical Sciences provides financial aid to 74% of first-time, full-time students, with average grants of $5,888 and average loans of $11,300.

Average financial aid amounts by type:

  • Pell grants: $5,989
  • Institutional grants: $500
  • Federal loans: $11,300

The university supports 134 students with grants and 134 students with loans annually.

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Financial aid amounts and percentages may vary by program, enrollment status, and individual circumstances.

What is the average salary for Hohokus School of Trade and Technical Sciences graduates?

Hohokus School of Trade and Technical Sciences graduates earn a median salary of $43,299 after 6 years and $43,917 after 10 years.

The salary range 10 years after graduation spans from $21,507 (25th percentile) to $68,213 (75th percentile).

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Salary data reflects graduates who received federal financial aid (approximately 60% of all graduates). Actual earnings may vary significantly based on program, location, and individual circumstances.

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