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Find your place at OCC

A Community of Belonging

Matt Johnson

I had to adapt how I learned. OCC considers that and really cares about it.

A.S. General Education ’17

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alumna Maureen Halliday

I think these professors, along with all of my other ones, gave me the tools to succeed at BU and within my career.

A.A. Digital Mass Media ’16

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At OCC, I had the ability to explore my interests without it having to be a big deal if I changed my mind, and it was a great place to connect with peers.

A.A. Performing Arts ’15

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Programs for your goals

Discover your path to success with our diverse range of degrees, certificates, and workforce development programs. Our innovative programs are designed to empower you to achieve your academic and career goals.

Not sure how to get started? Visit our one-stop shop.

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Our Strengths

With flexible programs, small class sizes, and supportive faculty, you’ll enter a learning environment tailored to your needs and invested in your success.

96%

of students would recommend OCC to a friend or family member.

68%

of undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid

18:1

student-to-faculty ratio

Support at Every Step

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Get Help with Your Classes

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Learn How to Land the Job

Find People Who Care About You

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Community Your Way

There is always a lot happening at Ocean. Get involved in clubs, activities and events. Find a mentor. Make a friend.
Whatever you decide, you’ll find your place —and your people—here.

Discover Ocean County

Explore how Ocean County College fosters a spirit of collaboration, engagement, and growth for all members of our community.

Upcoming Events

Trash to Treasure Launch

Trash to Treasure Launch

Trash to Treasure Unleash your inner Eco-Artist! Join Trash to Treasure, an exciting art project that transforms trash into stunning works of art. Raise awareness about pollution and environmental sustainability while competing […]

Kean Ocean Dual Advising
Event Series

Kean Ocean Dual Advising

Planning to transfer to Kean Ocean? Meet with Richard Harrell, Kean Ocean Admissions Counselor harrellr@kean.edu, and Laura Wills, Director of Transfer & Articulation lwills@ocean.edu to find out how your credits will transfer seamlessly. Contact Lisa Gilliar lgilliar@ocean.edu for an appointment.  

NJIT Instant Decision Day (IDD)

NJIT Instant Decision Day (IDD)

Why pay to apply and wait for a decision? Instead, come to NJIT’s Instant Decision Day at OCC! Please RSVP to Lisa Gilliar, lgilliar@ocean.edu Interested in other colleges? Check out the OCC Transfer Events page to see a list of all the college IDDs available this spring. Attend as many as you like!

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