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2024 NJ Teacher of the Year
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When you’re going into college, you don’t have to have things figured out. It’s a great opportunity to get out there and figure out what you’re interested in.
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It [OCC] was 100% the right choice. It’s affordable, and you get a quality education.
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Autumn on Campus
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Vibrant energy, deep community connections, and meaningful campus traditions define autumn at Ocean County College.
Over the past few weeks, our campus has been alive with activity, from the excitement of Fall Fest and Halloween celebrations to the community spirit of the ‘See Me’ walk and the festive Trunk or Treat hosted by our Enrollment Services team for local families. Students and staff also gathered for a profound and moving presentation by Holocaust survivor Norbert Strauss, reminding us of the powerful historical perspectives shared within our classrooms. Explore moments from our fall semester in our image carousel.
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
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