Academic Catalog

Areas of Study

Ocean County College offers a variety of different degrees and certificates.  In this section, you can link to all of our different program requirements. 

The programs and certificates are listed individually within each of the following related areas of study:


A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

I

J

L

M

N

P

S

T

V

Degrees Offered at OCC

OCC offers three degrees:

  1. the Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree
  2. the Associate in Science (A.S.) degree
  3. the Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree

The A.A. and the A.S. degrees prepare students for transfer to arts and sciences baccalaureate programs at four-year colleges and universities. The A.A.S. degree prepares students for immediate employment after graduation, although many students who pursue this degree transfer successfully to four-year colleges and universities.

Programs of Study

Within each of the three degrees are several choices of programs. Students should choose a program best suited for their educational objectives. Options are defined by specific requirements, while concentrations include a set of suggested, but not required, courses. A substantial portion of the Liberal Arts degree and numerous requirements for General Studies and other degrees can be completed through the use of online courses.

Certificates

Students can also obtain a Certificate of Proficiency or a Certificate of Completion. Certificate programs are designed to equip students with skills for immediate employment in a wide range of job possibilities. Certificates of Proficiency require 30 or more credits, while Certificates of Completion require a fewer number of credits. In general, credits earned through a certificate program may later be applied to an associate degree in a related field or in general education.