C
Average
Score: 52/100

Ocean County College

2-Year Public
📍 Toms River, New Jersey 08754
🌐 www.ocean.edu/
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 39%
Outcomes
C
52/100
Affordability
B
72/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
C
49/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

7,429
Total Enrollment
39%
Graduation Rate
67%
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,650
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Ocean County College ▼

25% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,857 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,752 $6,480

Financial Aid

53%
Receive Any Aid
35%
Receive Pell Grants
6%
Take Out Loans
$10,650
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$9,184
$30,001 - $48,000$9,398
$48,001 - $75,000$11,121
$75,001 - $110,000$13,818
$110,001+$16,019

Student Demographics

7,429
Total Students
57%
Women
64%
Traditional Age (18-24)
25%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 66%
Hispanic 20%
Black 5%
Asian 3%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 25%
With Family 75%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,857 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 66%
Hybrid (Some Online) 16%
Fully Online 18%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 64%
25-64 (Adult) 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Ocean County College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Ocean County College?
Tuition at Ocean County College is $4,752 for in-state students and $6,480 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $10,650.
What is the graduation rate at Ocean County College?
The graduation rate at Ocean County College is 39%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Ocean County College a good school?
Ocean County College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Ocean County College?
Ocean County College has a total enrollment of 7,429 students.
Is there rental demand near Ocean County College?
Yes! Approximately 25% of students at Ocean County College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,857 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Toms River area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology