{"id":150,"date":"2024-03-11T02:34:40","date_gmt":"2024-03-11T02:34:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev-bps-wordpress.pantheonsite.io\/?page_id=150"},"modified":"2026-02-12T16:54:15","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T21:54:15","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/","title":{"rendered":"A Community of Belonging"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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It [OCC] was 100% the right choice. It\u2019s affordable, and you get a quality education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A.S. Business Administration ’93<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Be open to the potential. There’s amazing opportunities here. It is definitely beneficial to get involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hailey Sadowski’s Story<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

A.S. Business Administration ’22<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When you\u2019re going into college, you don\u2019t have to have things figured out. It\u2019s a great opportunity to get out there and figure out what you\u2019re interested in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Meghan Yovankin’s Story<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

 A.A. Liberal Arts ’08<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Programs for your goals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Discover your path to success with our diverse range of degrees, certificates, and workforce development programs. Our innovative programs are designed to empower you to achieve your academic and career goals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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I want to explore majors.<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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I want to take college classes in high school.<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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I want to learn English.<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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I want to advance in my career or train for a new career.<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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I want to learn online.<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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I want to register for classes.<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Not sure how to get started? Visit our one-stop shop.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Our Strengths<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With flexible programs, small class sizes, and supportive faculty, you\u2019ll enter a learning environment tailored to your needs and invested in your success.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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96%<\/p>\n\n\n\n

of students would recommend OCC to a friend or family member.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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68%<\/p>\n\n\n\n

of undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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18:1<\/p>\n\n\n\n

student-to-faculty ratio<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Support at Every Step<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Career<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Need help applying?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Get Help with Your Classes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Learn How to Land the Job<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Find People Who Care About You<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Community Your Way<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There is always a lot happening at Ocean. Get involved in clubs, activities and events. Find a mentor. Make a friend.
Whatever you decide, you\u2019ll find your place \u2014and your people\u2014here.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Discover Ocean County<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Explore how Ocean County College fosters a spirit of collaboration, engagement, and growth for all members of our community.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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