{"id":454,"date":"2024-07-24T15:18:17","date_gmt":"2024-07-24T15:18:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/?page_id=454"},"modified":"2024-12-23T18:47:00","modified_gmt":"2024-12-23T18:47:00","slug":"how-to-pay","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/how-to-pay\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Pay"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"alignwide has-text-align-wide is-style-intro\">At Ocean County College, we\u2019re committed to helping you achieve your educational goals without the burden of overwhelming costs. We offer a variety of financial aid, scholarships, and payment plans tailored to meet your unique needs. Let us help you navigate your options and create a personalized plan that works for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Affordable Academics<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-right is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/how-to-pay\/financial-aid-scholarships\/\">Explore Aid &amp; Scholarships<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"260\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Jim-Kelly-OV.jpg\" alt=\"Jim Kelly\" class=\"wp-image-29403\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Jim-Kelly-OV.jpg 260w, https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Jim-Kelly-OV-223x300.jpg 223w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>These scholarships helped me tremendously. First, although I have a steady and reliable income, paying for college on top of the costs of raising a family is a burden, and the scholarship money was a true relief.<\/p><cite><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/alumni\/alumni-success-stories\/jim-kelly\/\" title=\"Jim Kelly\">Jim Kelly<\/a>, A.A. Liberal Arts &#8217;18<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide pattern-stat show-bottom-lines is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pattern-title-block is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Making Your Education Affordable<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pattern-stat__grid is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pattern-stat__item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"is-style-statistic\">$500<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>in tuition savings compared to the national average<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pattern-stat__item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"is-style-statistic\">68%<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>of undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pattern-stat__item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"is-style-statistic\">$189<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>cost per credit hour for county residents<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide pattern-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pattern-title-block is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your Financial Essentials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pattern-title-block__text is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Learn more about the tuition structure at OCC, including the cost per credit hour, enrollment fees, and additional resources included in your tuition, such as books and materials.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill is-style-fill--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/how-to-pay\/tuition-and-fees\/\">Tuition &amp; Fees<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pattern-cards__grid is-style-3-column is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-19 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card__item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card__image-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"205\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-6-1-1-300x205.png\" alt=\"students working\" class=\"wp-image-50518\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card__text-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-h4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/how-to-pay\/tuition-and-fees\/payment-plan\/\" title=\"Tuition Payment Plan\">Payment Plan<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-subtitle\">Manageable Monthly Installments<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our flexible payment plan allows you to spread out tuition and fee payments over manageable monthly installments. With no interest, affordable setup fees, and straightforward enrollment, it\u2019s easier than ever to stay on track financially while you focus on your education.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card__item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card__image-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"181\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-6-5-300x181.png\" alt=\"desk\" class=\"wp-image-46722\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card__text-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-h4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Net-Price-Calculator-October.html\" title=\"Net-Price-Calculator-October\">Net Price Calculator<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-subtitle\">Estimate Your Costs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wondering what your education at OCC will cost? Use our Net Price Calculator to receive an estimate tailored to your circumstances. The calculator factors in potential grants and scholarships to give you a realistic view of your out-of-pocket expenses.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card__item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card__image-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"181\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-6-6-300x181.png\" alt=\"students in a studio\" class=\"wp-image-50421\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card__text-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-h4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/how-to-pay\/tuition-and-fees\/commit-to-complete\/\" title=\"Tuition and Fees\">Tuition Discount Program<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-subtitle\">Save on Tuition<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking to save even more? Check if you qualify for our tuition-free summer course program, a great way to get ahead in your studies while reducing your costs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pattern-contact-block alignwide is-style-dark-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pattern-contact-block__text is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get in Touch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-subtitle\">Have any Questions?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-21 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/phone_enabled.svg\" alt=\"phone icon\" class=\"wp-image-46673\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-arrow-button is-style-arrow-button--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:732-255-0482\"><strong>732-255-0482<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-22 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/mail.svg\" alt=\"mail icon\" class=\"wp-image-46674\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-arrow-button is-style-arrow-button--3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:HUB@ocean.edu\">HUB@ocean.edu<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/admissions\/the-hub\/\">Contact Us<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pattern-contact-block__image is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"234\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-6-4-1-234x300.png\" alt=\"clock tower\" class=\"wp-image-50546\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At Ocean County College, we\u2019re committed to helping you achieve your educational goals without the burden of overwhelming costs. 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