Ocean County College offers many events on campus to help you navigate the transfer process and decide which college is best for you. These events include, Information Sessions, Workshops, Instant Decision and college visits to find out how your credits will transfer, meet representatives and more.
TRANSFER WORKSHOPS
Step One: General Transfer WorkshopS
Students are required to attend a workshop prior to meeting with a Transfer Advisor. At the General Transfer Workshop, students will learn how:
- to plan for a successful transfer
- to utilize NJ Transfer
- to use college websites to gather information
- to select a major that aligns with transfer and career goals
Tuesday, 7/8/25 – 12-1pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 321)
https://ocean.webex.com/ocean/j.php?MTID=m4f327d1ccaab2ca1f916fa595151218b
Tuesday, 9/9/25 – 12-1pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 321)
https://ocean.webex.com/ocean/j.php?MTID=mdd12ce704aa2856c83fc8151be8c8827
Monday, 9/15 – 2-3pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 321)
https://ocean.webex.com/ocean/j.php?MTID=m70ac490a5e39afb1efa5278360f6c93e
Tuesday, 9/30 – 11-12 (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 321)
https://ocean.webex.com/ocean/j.php?MTID=mee4606c618d0bc6a6f124287d4b49e07
Tuesday, 10/14 – 1-2pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 321)
https://ocean.webex.com/ocean/j.php?MTID=mad597b4c7ab69851303c62102e1624ff
Monday, 10/20 – 3-4pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 321)
https://ocean.webex.com/ocean/j.php?MTID=mba06b81c796de5e9cf3f775e9bcef4d3
Wednesday, 10/29 – 1-2pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 311)
https://ocean.webex.com/ocean/j.php?MTID=m242802ed0c8c1198d0c923b297fad363
Tuesday, 11/4 – 10-11am (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 115)
https://ocean.webex.com/ocean/j.php?MTID=mcb6dcc523096a7a88276ceea47318e3f
Monday, 11/10 – 1-2pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 311)
https://ocean.webex.com/ocean/j.php?MTID=mbc4db68b376295582b3a93cb12761b01
Thursday, 11/20 – 1-2pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 321)
https://ocean.webex.com/ocean/j.php?MTID=m561abaf5a9f787e7c1a57f7d1cb2e565
Wednesday, 12/3 – 4-5pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 321)
https://ocean.webex.com/ocean/j.php?MTID=mb5fb08f9d5714b3bbb40b71bcf9948f2
Wednesday, 12/10 – 2-3pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 321)
https://ocean.webex.com/ocean/j.php?MTID=mf6dc2c8295a07e9dcf1c87b7a1589748
Step Two: Transfer Group advising workshopS
Still have transfer questions? After attending a General Transfer Workshop, join transfer advisors for a group advising session where you will get answers to your specific application questions and review your credits for transfer.
Please contact Lisa Gilliar lgilliar@ocean.edu for an appointment
Wednesday, 7/23 – 3-4pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 321)
Wednesday, 9/10 – 2-3pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 321)
Tuesday, 9/16 – 12-1pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 321)
Thursday, 9/25 – 1-2pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 330)
Wednesday, 10/1 – 3-4pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 321)
Thursday, 10/16 – 12-1pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 321)
Tuesday, 10/21 – 12-1pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 321)
Wednesday, 11/5 – 11-12pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 330)
Thursday, 11/13 – 1:30-2:30pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 212)
Tuesday, 11/18 – 1:30-2:30pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 212)
Thursday, 12/4 – 1:30-2:30pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 212)
Tuesday, 12/9 – 11-12pm (INST, Bldg. #5, Room 321)
Summer Fridays Live Chat with Transfer Advisors!
Students can instantly have transfer questions answered in real-time (no waiting for email replies)! Just follow the steps below to connect with Amy Nadybal, Transfer Coordinator from 10-11am and Laura Wills, Director of Transfer & Articulations from 1-2pm:
- Log into Ocean Connect
- Click on your OCC Email
- Open the Apps on the top left corner of the page to click on Teams (four dots)
- Type in Laura Wills or Amy Nadybal on the following dates/times.
Amy – Friday, 7/11 – 10-11am
Amy – Friday, 7/18 – 10-11am
Amy – Friday, 7/25 – 10-11am
Amy – Friday, 8/1 – 10-11am
Laura – Friday, 7/11 – 1-2p
Laura – Friday, 7/18 – 1-2pm
Laura – Friday, 7/25 – 1-2pm
COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS & INFORMATION
Want to learn more about Georgian Court University? Come and chat about their generous scholarships, beautiful suburban and historic campus, and the bridge program for transfer credits. Choose from many undergraduate programs in areas such as Art, Business, Education, Health & Exercise Science, Nursing, Social Work, and more.
Click here for upcoming transfer events and visit opportunities.
Kean Ocean is located right on the Ocean County College campus! Contact a Kean Ocean Admissions Specialist to learn how your credits will transfer seamlessly.
Do you know that national security and cybersecurity are among the most in-demand fields? Explore New Jersey City University’s Professional Security Studies Department! We offer Bachelor of Science degrees in National Security Studies and Cybersecurity, along with certificates in Forensics, Global Diplomacy and International Security, Intelligence, Terrorism, Risk Management, Data Analysis, and Extremist Groups.
We also have an articulation and dual admission agreement with Ocean County College! This allows you to transfer your A.A. or A.S. degree seamlessly, with potential credits earned for the major. If you have any questions, please email securitystudies@njcu.edu
Ramapo College is the smallest of the NJ Public Colleges and Universities offering a wide range of bachelor’s degrees.
Contact a Transfer Specialist at admissions@ramapo.edu, to learn more about Ramapo and answer any questions you may have. Ramapo College is a dynamic place and we love to share so many great stories with prospective students, such as yourself!
Explore all that Rutgers University-New Brunswick has to offer! You can apply for scholarships and work-study programs and choose from over 120 undergraduate majors.
Ready to apply?
How would you like to take advantage of over 200 career-focused programs, 90 credits in transfer, and tuition discounts for OCC graduates? Southern New Hampshire University will help you seamlessly earn your bachelor’s degree! Learn more about flexible online opportunities including the SNHU/OCC Partnership 3+1 where you can earn 90 credits at OCC in the AS Social Work and Alcohol & Drug Counseling Certification and then have only one year left to complete the Health Services degree at SNHU. Want to learn more?
Click here for more information or contact SNHU Transfer Admissions at 603-645-9687, transfer@snhu.edu.
Stockton University has a transfer pathways program with OCC and is one of OCC’s premier University partnerships with many program-to-program and 3+1 articulation agreements. Visit Stockton Transfer Agreement page to find out more.
Contact: Enrico DeRooy, Assistant Dir. of Admissions & Transfer Coordinator(609)626-3159 enrico.derooy@stockton.edu
TCNJ – The College of New Jersey
Now is the time to transfer to TCNJ. Known for its natural beauty, the College’s campus is set on 289 tree-lined acres in suburban Ewing Township. The College has 39 major buildings, including a state-of-the-art library; an award-winning student center; more than 20 academic computer laboratories; a full range of laboratories for microscopy, science, and technology; a music building with a 300-seat concert hall; and a collegiate recreation and athletic facilities complex. TCNJ has a full-time undergraduate enrollment of approximately 7,000 students. Learn more about The College of New Jersey and how you can apply for FREE and #JointhePride of New Jersey!
Thomas Edison State University is an online and flexible option for your Bachelor’s degree where you can transfer up to 90 credits with the TESU/NJ 3+1 Pathways program. Prior learning opportunities as well as, college-level testing are all options to get your degree quickly and easily. There is no application fee when you earn the OCC associate degree. You will receive personalized one-on-one advising to keep you on track to finishing your academic journey. A representative will be visiting the OCC campus on the following dates:
WPUNJ is located just 20 miles from New York City and offers a wide range of degree programs! Find out more by visiting their Undergraduate Admissions page.
KEAN/OCC DUAL ADVISING
Planning to transfer to Kean Ocean? Meet with advisors from both Kean Ocean and Ocean County College to find out how your credits will transfer seamlessly.
Contact Lisa Gilliar lgilliar@ocean.edu for an appointment.
Thursday, 9/11 – 10-1 (SEB, Bldg. #9)
Wednesday, 9/17 – 10-1 (Manahawkin lobby)
Thursday, 9/18 – 10-1, (SEB, Bldg. #9)
Wednesday, 9/24 – 1-4 (GATE, Room 401)
Thursday, 10/2 – 10-1 (SEB, Bldg. #9)
Thursday, 10/9 – 10-1 (SEB, Bldg. #9)
Wednesday, 10/15 – 1-4 (SEB, Bldg. #9)
Thursday, 10/23 – 10-1 (Manahawkin lobby)
Thursday, 10/30 – 10-1 (SEB, Bldg. #9)
Thursday, 11/6 – 10-1 (SEB, Bldg. #9)
Thursday, 11/13 – 10-1 (SEB, Bldg. #9)
Wednesday, 11/19 – 1-4 (SEB, Bldg. #9)
Tuesday, 11/25 – 10-1 (SEB, Bldg. #9)
Thursday, 12/4 – 10-(GATE, Room 401)
Monday, 12/8 – 10-1 (Manahawkin lobby)
Tuesday, 12/16 – 10-1 (Gate, Room 401)
INSTANT DECISION DAYS
Why wait for your admission decision? OCC and four-year colleges host instant decision days to help you transfer easily for your Bachelor’s degree. Some even waive the application fees.
R U ready to Transfer to Rutgers University in Monmouth County for fall 2025? Meet virtually with a Rutgers Admissions Counselor and receive a decision on the spot!
To participate, you must have an associate degree by the end of Summer 2025. This event is open to transfer students who are ONLY applying to Rutgers in Monmouth County exclusively. Students who are also applying to another Rutgers location are not eligible
$70 Application Fee waived!
Thursday, July 24th – by appointment ONLY! Register Today.
Participating Majors:
- Business Administration
- Labor & Employment Relations
- Liberal Studies
- Political Science
- Public Health
WORKSHOPS & INFORMATION SESSIONS
Learn more about opportunities for transfer and the best fit college by attending a workshop or information session. You will be connected with OCC transfer advisors and admissions reps to answer all of your college questions – housing, scholarships, coursework, and more.
Discover how Rutgers in Monmouth County offers a convenient and cost-effective way to earn a Rutgers degree! Find out how you can begin your academic journey with an associate degree from OCC and transition seamlessly to Rutgers University.
Tuesday, July 23rd 12:00-1:00pm
- Learn about the seven majors offered in Monmouth County, transfer requirements and the application process.
- Connect with Rutgers representatives
- Get answers to your questions
Ensure your spot! Register Today.
Ready to further your education but unsure where to start? Join us for a virtual information session to discover educational opportunities and benefits available to you.
Tuesday, July 15 from 12-1pm Register Today
Thursday, August 14 from 12-1pm Register Today.
Accommodations
If you require reasonable accommodations to fully participate in an event (captioning, ASL interpreter, large or electronic print) please contact the Office of Disability Services at accommodations@ocean.edu. All requests for accommodations must be received 5 business days prior to the event.
Office Hours
For questions concerning financial aid, registration, academic advising appointments and much more, please visit The HUB in our new Student Enrollment Building, #9, or contact us via email at: hub@ocean.edu or call 732-255-0482.
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Advising and Transfer Services Office, at 732-255-0400 x 2982.
Ocean County College will operate remotely on Fridays from Friday, May 23 through Friday, August 1.