Ocean County College New Jersey

Public two-year college in suburban New Jersey serving 7,429 students with low tuition costs.

College statistics

Address:
College Drive
Toms River, NJ
08754
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.ocean.edu/
Setting:
Suburb
Annual In-State Tuition:
$4,536
Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
$6,600
Total Cost of Attendance (In-State):
$4,536
Total Cost of Attendance (Out-of-State):
$6,600
Total Student Enrollment:
7,429
Endowment (End of Year):
$138,237,162
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Lower Access, Lower Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Ocean County College is a public two-year institution in Toms River, New Jersey, serving students from the surrounding suburban region. The college offers transfer and career pathways with a primary focus on Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.

In-state tuition is $4,536 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $6,600. The college enrolls approximately 7,429 students and operates with a total cost of attendance that matches tuition for both in-state and out-of-state students, making it an accessible entry point into higher education for the region.

As a community college, Ocean County College functions as a pathway for students seeking to complete introductory coursework before transferring to four-year institutions, as well as for those pursuing two-year credentials and career training. The college works best for students with flexible schedules, those managing costs, and adults returning to education. For more information, visit www.ocean.edu/.

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