- Ocean County College, an innovative academic leader, provides affordable, student-centered, high quality educational experiences that prepare and empower diverse learners to contribute to and succeed in global societies. OCC invests in and fosters academic, economic, and cultural excellence and ensures financial strength by generating new revenue streams, engaging in national and international university and corporate partnerships, and cultivating a technologically progressive and entrepreneurial spirit.
School Highlights
Ocean County College serves 7,095 students (43% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the state community college average of 28:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 66%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 7,095 students
- In-state tuition: $4,515
- Out-state tuition: $7,695
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student-teacher ratio: 34:1
- Minority enrollment: 35%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Ocean County College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 207 teachers has declined by 66% over five years.
Ocean County College
(NJ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
207 staff
39 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Ocean County College has declined by 5% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 34:1 has increased from 13:1 over five years.
The Ocean County College diversity score of 0.54 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has grown by 24% over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,095 students
1,147 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
34:1
28:1
# Full-Time Students
3,043 students
577 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
4,052 students
570 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
7,095 students
1,012 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,043 students
503 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,052 students
570 students
% Asian
5%
7%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
17%
29%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
6%
17%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
65%
34%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Unknown races
2%
8%
Diversity Score
0.54
0.76
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
40%
40%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$37,000
$37,100
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $4,515 is less than the state average of $5,553. The in-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,695 is more than the state average of $7,667. The out-state tuition has grown by 12% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,515
$5,553
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,695
$7,667
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Tuition Notes
Tuition and fees are 150.50/credit for in-county students and 256.50/credit for out-of-state students. The above totals are approximate for a full year with Ocean.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
58%
83%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$11,000
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,938
$5,500
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Acceptance Rate
100%
70%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
Cross CountryGolf
LacrosseSailing
SoccerSoftball
TennisVolleyball
School Mascot
Vidar The Viking
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Honor SocietiesRecreation Clubs
Student Government AssociationSupport Groups
Arts and Music Programs:
Performance Clubs
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- For more than 40 years, Ocean County College, a public two-year community college sponsored by Ocean County and the State of New Jersey, has provided area residents with the opportunity to benefit from higher education. Ocean County College is located in Toms River, the county seat of Ocean.
- Ocean offers its students a plethora of degree and certificate programs, allowing them to pursue their education with both credit and non-credit classes. Many of our programs are designed to facilitate easy transfer to four-year universities for our students. We offer honors options, career development, courses for licenses, business education training, as well as continuing and professional education programs. Students can find these offerings available during the day, evening, weekend, at off-campus locations, and online. Through our various clubs and organizations, as well as our Student Leadership Development Program, students are able to pursue both personal and professional enrichment.
- The college is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges & Schools and National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ocean County College cost?
Ocean County College's tuition is approximately $4,515 for In-State students and $7,695 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Ocean County College?
The acceptance rate of Ocean County College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 70%.
What sports does Ocean County College offer?
Ocean County College offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is Ocean County College's ranking?
Ocean County College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New Jersey for: Largest student body.
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