College Pathways Program supports and assists high school seniors with the transition to college – regardless of where they choose to attend! The program is designed to eliminate barriers to college entrance through discussions on:
- The college selection process
- College applications
- Funding college and financial aid
- FAFSA & Scholarship Application completion
- Career, degree planning, and advisement
The College Pathways Program allows high school seniors to make confident, informed choices about their futures and receive guaranteed lifetime acceptance to OCC.
Fall 2026 College 101 Presentations
College 101 presentations at your high school are designed to help students and families navigate the college planning process with confidence by providing essential information about admissions, financial aid, academic pathways, and preparing for life after high school.
We will be adding more dates but If you do not see your school listed, please reach out to your School Guidance Counselor! We also will be attending back to school and senior nights. please consult with your counselor for dates!
- September 16: Brick Township High School
- September 21 & 22: Manchester Township High School
- September 23 & 24: Central Regional High School
- September 29: Toms River South High School
- October 8: Lakewood Township High School
- October 13: Barnegat Township High School
- October 23: Jackson Township High School
- March 22: Point Pleasant Borough High School (Juniors)
College Knowledge Virtual Webinars for Parents/guardians and Students
October 15 @ 6pm: RSVP HERE
November 5 @ 6pm- College Knowledge in Spanish!: RSVP HERE
December 15 @ 6pm: RSVP HERE
NJ Stars Information Session
November 18 @ 6pm: RSVP HERE
Fill out your FAFSA with us!
O.P.E.N. Workshops: RSVP HERE
FAQ?
College Pathways is a resource available to all Ocean County high school seniors. During the Fall, we visit high schools for our “College 101” presentation.
This presentation provides an overview of the college enrollment process, regardless of where a student wants to attend. This gives all students the necessary foundation to begin their own college search!
Welcome to Ocean County College! During the beginning of this school year, OCC will visit your high school and assist you with your next steps of applying to college.
You are able to apply to OCC at any time. Our application has no fee, no essay, and no letters of recommendation.
If you plan to attend college September 2026, we recommend submitting your 2026-28 FAFSA, as soon as possible.
As the next step in Pathways, you will be able to attend a Spring “Express Enrollment Days” at OCC. This will allow participating districts the opportunity to visit our campus, take a campus tour, and register in Fall 2026 courses!
You can talk with your guidance counselors for further information, or contact Lauren Simon at lsimon@ocean.edu
Don’t forget to submit your 2026-27 FAFSA, as soon as possible (it’s open now)!
Keep in mind that National Decision Day is May 1st – you should accept or decline your admission to any four-year school by this date.
You are always welcome to visit OCC in the summer or winter for a few courses! As long as your course selection(s) are approved by your home institution, OCC’s summer classes are a great way to complete credits at an affordable rate.
No! While we do encourage applying to OCC as part of the Pathways program, there is absolutely no commitment to enroll.
Further Questions?
Contact Us!
The HUB: 732-255-0482
hub@ocean.edu