Ocean County Vocational-Technical School
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: 71%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Ocean County Vocational-Technical School, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 12% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 82nd percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NJ wage index 1.30). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Ocean County Vocational-Technical School
Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | $49,629 | $59,778 | +7% | #280 of 757 | #536 | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | $34,603 | $45,627 | -12% | #230 of 319 | #285 | — |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | $15,002 | $31,012 | +18% | #205 of 1025 | #491 | — |
| Carpenters | — | $26,841 | -36% | #14 of 14 | #14 | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | $16,566 | $25,350 | -17% | #61 of 68 | #66 | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | $21,610 | — | — | — | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Ocean County Vocational-Technical School Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $549,575
- Avg rent near campus: $2,759/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 08757 (6.4% cap, Toms River)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | N/A | N/A |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $6,518 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $11,441 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $11,546 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $13,343 |
| $110,001+ | $14,278 |
Programs & Career Paths
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Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Ocean County Vocational-Technical School's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Is Ocean County Vocational-Technical School a good school?
- Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology