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Ocean County College (OCC)

College Drive, Toms River, NJ 08754

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00262400
  • President: Dr. Jon H. Larson
  • Fax: (732) 255-0444
  • Type: Public, 2-Year
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Associate's
  • Local Area: Large Suburb
  • Student Enrollment: 10,367
  • College Alias: OCC

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About

Ocean County College, located in Toms River, New Jersey, was founded in 1969. OCC is a two year institution that serves the community by providing cultural, economic and educational support to the community. Located at two campuses, with smaller satellite location located throughout the Ocean County, the school is able to reach and assist residents with ease. As an institution of higher learning, the school is dedicated to providing the best possible education. To that end, the school is constantly reviewing its educational offerings, ensuring they meet the needs of the community and are up to date. Additionally, facilities and resources are renovated and updated as needed to ensure they remain modern and useful. The school is accredited by New Jersey Higher Education, Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission.

Academics
Ocean County College offers career and technical training programs, academic programs, and a large number of noncredit courses. Career and technical training programs provide students with the skills and practical experience necessary to successfully enter the workforce at the entry level. Students in such programs will earn a diploma, certificate or associate degree upon graduation and eligible for work immediately thereafter. Academic programs prepare students for transfer to a four year institution by allowing them to complete the freshman and sophomore years at a low cost. Once completed, students may transfer and finish the final two years of their bachelor's degree. Noncredit courses allow individuals to pursue academic or technical interests without attempting to obtain a degree.

Programs offered include:


Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Ocean County College must complete the application for admissions and submit it along with all pertinent test scores and transcripts. Students who lack a high school diploma or GED must be at least 18 years of age to apply. Individuals interested in the nursing programs must submit ACT scores as well. As open enrollment institution, students are accepted to the school if they meet the minimum requirements of OCC.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial aid must obtain a federal PIN number followed by completing and submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Once completed, the resulting student aid report will be used to determine need, eligibility and awards. Scholarships from external sources may also be available, often requiring a separate application and awarded for a variety of reasons.

Athletics
Ocean County College participates in intercollegiate athletics through the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Region 19, as well as the Garden State Athletic Conference which is part of the Community College League of New Jersey. The school encourages athletic programs in order to help create a healthy competitive atmosphere and allow students the opportunity to develop skills and abilities that may be useful in one's academic and professional career. These include teamwork, discipline, social skills, and good health habits, all of which contribute to success. Additionally, athletic provide non-athlete students and faculty to cheer for their school and foster a sense of pride when they win. Students interested in participating intercollegiate athletics should complete the student athlete form available online prior to participating in tryouts.

Athletic programs offered at OCC:

  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Golf
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Soccer
  • Baseball (Men Only)
  • Softball (Women Only)


Clubs and Organizations
Ocean County College is home to a large number of clubs and organizations that invite students to participate based on their needs and interests. Students may choose to join any number of clubs, and participate as actively as they wish. Students are encouraged to join to meet like minded individuals, participate in competitive activities or discourse, and form bonds that may last a lifetime.

Clubs and organizations at OCC include:

  • Motion Picture Club
  • Judo Club
  • Dance Club
  • Theater Company
  • SAGE Foundation
*Not all of the programs above may be offered
 

Student Services Offered

  • Remedial Services
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Assistance For Graduates
  • On-Campus Day Care Available

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available

Website:

www.ocean.edu

Mission Statement

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Campus Map

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Accreditation

  • Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Associates--Public Suburban-Serving Single Campus
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Associates
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Mixed Part/Full-Time Two-Year
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
  • Size Classification
    • - Large Two-Year

Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Ocean County College directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Business and Marketing Studies

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Administrative Assistant47
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Business Administration271
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Commerce-12
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Entrepreneurial Studies2-
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Communication Technology

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Communications Technologies and Support Services, Other-12
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Communications and Journalism

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Broadcast Journalism-13
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Computer and Information Sciences

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Computer-8
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Education

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Teacher Assistant8-
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Engineering

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Engineering-28
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Engineering Technology

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Civil Engineering Technology-1
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Family and Consumer Sciences

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Child Care-2
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Foreign Languages and Literature

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Sign Language Interpretation and Translation1314
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Health and Clinical Professions

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Nursing-126
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Legal Professions and Studies

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Paralegal14-
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Liberal Arts and Sciences

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General Studies-472
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Liberal Arts-681
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Natural Resources and Conservation

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Environmental Science-3
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Public Administration and Social Services

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Human Services-3
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Social Work-8
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Security and Protective Services

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Fire Protection and Safety Technology-3
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Police Science-102
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Visual and Performing Arts

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Commercial and Advertising Art3-
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Design and Applied Arts, Other1-
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Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Reviewed on: July 31, 2012 Flag Review
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  • Horrible school! The administration, which includes the deans of the college, care nothing for student success. All they care about is how they look to the public and the politicians. Most of the tenured, full-time faculty are not educators, and the adjuncts are the true teachers at this school. The adjunct instructors are paid very little and carry no weight in anything academic or otherwise at this school. This is, as many have said, Hooper High - not a true collegial system. Save your money and find a reputable institution of higher learning.

Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates OCC accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be accepted.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://www.ocean.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The OCC admissions office phone number is (732) 255-0304. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

You can also apply online here: http://www.ocean.edu

Admissions Links

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • Open Admission Policy
    • - Accepts Any Student Who Applies

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 10,367

    • - Undergraduate: 10,367

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 4,416

    - Female: 5,999

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.7 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 4,416

    - Female: 5,999

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.7 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 5,907

    - Part-Time: 4,508

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 5,907

    - Part-Time: 4,508

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien1952%
American Indian230.2%
Black3023%
Asian1582%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander50.05%
Hispanic5435%
White6,36461%
Unknown2,77727%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 183613%
Ages 18-193,51934%
Ages 20-212,47424%
Ages 22-241,40814%
Ages 25-291,01110%
Ages 30-344985%
Ages 35-393593%
Ages 40-495135%
Ages 50-651972%
Age Over 65210.2%
Age Unknown540.5%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 67%
  • Part-Time Students: 46%

Transfer Out Rates and Schools

The transfer out rate of 17% represents the number of students that have successfully transferred out of Ocean County College and entered into another institution, often times a 4-year university. Some of the nearby selected schools by students are listed below.

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students32%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male28%
Female35%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Non-Resident Alien32%
American Indian-
Black10%
Asian26%
Hispanic17%
White35%
Unknown22%

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

  • Tuition Payment Plan

    - Allows tuition to be paid in installments over an agreed upon period of time.

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Ocean County College, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://www.ocean.edu

Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Average Net Price$6,914$6,132$7,138
$0 - $30,000$5,491$4,815$6,033
$30,000 - $48,000$6,259$5,889$7,136
$48,001 - $75,000$9,256$9,213$10,344
$75,001 - $110,000$11,398$11,151$11,561
More Than $110,000$11,756$11,358$11,643

Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
In-District Tuition and Fees$3,146$3,146$3,098
In-State Tuition and Fees$3,914$3,914$3,914
Out of State Tuition and Fees$6,050$5,834$5,834
Books and Supplies$1,600$1,600$1,000

Undergraduate Housing Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
Off Campus
Room and Board$16,340$10,197$7,804
Other Expenses$4,800$4,800$5,768
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$4,800$4,800$5,768

Undergraduate Total Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
In-District$4,746$4,746$4,098
In-State$5,514$5,514$4,914
Out of State$7,650$7,434$6,834
Off Campus
In-District$25,886$19,743$17,670
In-State$26,654$20,511$18,486
Out of State$28,790$22,431$20,406
Off Campus with Family
In-District$9,546$9,546$9,866
In-State$10,314$10,314$10,682
Out of State$12,450$12,234$12,602

Financial Aid

Disclaimer

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Quick Facts

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

The OCC financial aid office phone number is (732) 255-0310. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Office Webpage

OCC Financial Aid Office

Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

 # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid1,02253%-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid78841%$4,930
All Federal Grants65534%$4,202
Pell Grants65534%$3,978
Other Federal Grants20110%$728
State/Local Grants & Scholarships60131%$1,821
Institutional Grants & Scholarships462%$844
All Student Loans57230%$2,693
Federal Student Loans56429%$2,655
Other Student Loans101%$4,322

Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

 200920082007
Default Rate (%)12.3%9.1%10.4%
Number in Default1147862
Number in Repayment921851592

Crime & Safety

Arrests Made Per Year

This table reports the number of arrests made per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Drug Related--1

Criminal Offenses Per Year

This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Aggravated Assault1--
Burglary711
Arson--3

Sports & Teams

Athletic Associations

  • Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)

Sports and Players Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Athletes1528963
Unduplicated Athletes1438360
Baseball2121-
Basketball23149
Golf66-
Soccer371918
Softball16-16
Swimming24177
Tennis1367
Track and Field, X-Country1266

Coaches Salary Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Head Coaches-$4,815$5,029
Assistant Coaches-$3,872$3,872

Number of Coaches Per Team

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Coaches251312
Baseball33-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches22-
Basketball633
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches422
Golf11-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches---
Soccer422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Softball3-3
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches2-2
Swimming422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Tennis211
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches---
Track and Field, X-Country211
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches---

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees812377435
Faculty Status493108385
Tenured Faculty7575-
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service493108385
Primarily Instruction493108385
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial37352
Other Professionals987127
Technical and/or Paraprofessional18416321
Clerical And Secretarial11810612
Skilled Crafts22-
Service and/or Maintenance53467

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$65,895 (100)$69,364 (40)$63,582 (60)
Professor$81,096 (26)$88,536 (8)$77,789 (18)
Associate Professor$66,536 (29)$69,661 (15)$63,187 (14)
Assistant Professor$61,154 (24)$61,536 (10)$60,881 (14)
Instructor$51,608 (21)$58,000 (7)$48,413 (14)
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty$60,815 (8)$60,901 (7)$60,212 (1)
Lecturer$60,815 (8)$60,901 (7)$60,212 (1)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$64,700 (108)$66,455 (47)$63,348 (61)
Professor$81,096 (26)$88,536 (8)$77,789 (18)
Associate Professor$66,536 (29)$69,661 (15)$63,187 (14)
Assistant Professor$61,154 (24)$61,536 (10)$60,881 (14)
Instructor$51,608 (21)$58,000 (7)$48,413 (14)
Lecturer$49,759 (8)$49,829 (7)$49,265 (1)
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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