Skip to main content
$4,690Tuition
5,566Students
39%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$45,210Earnings
#19 in New JerseyPublic2-yearNCCAAStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$4,690
Out-of-State Tuition
$6,850
Average Net Price
$10,576
Students Receiving Financial Aid
26.5%
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$24,396
Books & Supplies
$438
Median Debt at Graduation
$11,150
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$118/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
46.1%
Students Taking Federal Loans
6.3%
Pell Grant Recipients
26.5%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
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

Cost Estimator

Family Income
Residency
Housing

Cost Overview

Families at Ocean County College typically pay between $9,184 and $16,019 annually depending on income. Students from households earning under $30,000 pay just $9,184 after aid, while those from families making over $110,000 pay the full $16,019. Over two years, total costs range from $18,368 to $32,038.

Most students graduate with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $11,150 translates to monthly payments of $118 after graduation. With median earnings of $45,210 ten years out, these payments represent a reasonable burden for most graduates. Only 6.33% of students take federal loans, suggesting many families can afford the college without borrowing heavily.

Low-income students get the best financial deal here. The combination of modest tuition, substantial aid for families under $48,000, and strong employment outcomes makes this college particularly valuable for students seeking affordable career training or university transfer preparation.

Official Net Price Calculator

Get a personalized cost estimate from Ocean County College:

Visit Official Net Price Calculator

This links to the school's federally-required net price calculator for a personalized estimate.