Ocean County College

Toms River, New Jersey · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$11,411

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

41.5%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

5,424

In-state tuition

$4,906

Out-of-state tuition

$6,970

Cost of attendance

$18,207

Median earnings (10y)

$45,210

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
Suburb

Programs breakdown

15 program areas reported · Heavily focused on humanities & arts (65% of credentials).

  • STEM5%
  • Health12%
  • Business14%
  • Humanities & arts65%
  • Social sciences1%
  • Trades & services4%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

19 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's1,692$22,263$10,749
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's394$11,000
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's225$66,635$22,418
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's129$24,594$11,000
Visual and Performing Arts, General.Associate's108
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Associate's58
Journalism.Associate's41
Engineering, General.Associate's31
Social Work.Associate's26
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate21
Legal Support Services.Undergraduate certificate19
Natural Resources Conservation and Research.Associate's17
American Sign Language.Associate's14
Fine and Studio Arts.Associate's13
Hospitality Administration/Management.Associate's12
Business/Commerce, General.Associate's11
International/Globalization Studies.Associate's6
Human Services, General.Associate's6
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Associate's5

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Ocean County College

Ocean County College is a large institution located in Toms River, New Jersey, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 5,424 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Business, Health professions.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Ocean County College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $11,411 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $4,906 for in-state students and $6,970 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $18,207 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 41.5%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $45,210 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Ocean County College confers degrees and certificates across 15 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Business, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (65% of credentials), business (14% of credentials), health (12% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.

Location & campus

Set in Toms River, New Jersey (suburb), Ocean County College draws students from across New Jersey and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Ocean County College

Q.How much does Ocean County College cost?

The average net price at Ocean County College is $11,411 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $18,207.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Ocean County College?

Ocean County College has a 6-year graduation rate of 41.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Ocean County College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Ocean County College graduate earns $45,210 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Ocean County College?

Published tuition is $4,906 in-state and $6,970 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Ocean County College located?

Ocean County College is located in Toms River, New Jersey (ZIP 08754).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Ocean County College at their official website.