Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJ · Public · Associate's degrees · Suburb
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About Brookdale Community College
Brookdale Community College is a public community college in the Lincroft section of Middletown Township, in Monmouth County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Founded in 1967, the college also has regional locations in Neptune Township, Freehold Township, Long Branch, and Wall Township. Brookdale Community College was established in 1967 when the Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders decided to create a community college for local residents. The board acquired most of the Brookdale Farm property in Lincroft in 1968, and classes began in 1969 with just over 300 students and 50 faculty members. Brookdale is an open-admission college that admits anyone 18 years of age or older, or anyone who is a high school graduate or holder of an equivalency diploma. The college also offers courses to qualified high school students through its Dual Enrollment Program. It serves the residents of Monmouth County, and the surrounding communities. Brookdale Community College has an enrollment of nearly 10,000 students. The college offers associate degrees in more than 68 programs, as well as non-degree/non-credit classes and certificate programs.
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Open
Acceptance
$11,231
Net price
7,901
Enrollment
30%
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Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
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Diversity
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Admissions
Open admissions
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This school has an open-admissions policy — most applicants are admitted.
Cost & Financial Aid
$11,231
Average net price
$6,270
In-state tuition
$10,140
Out-of-state tuition
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Room & board
$2,000
Books & supplies
$18,143
Total cost of attendance
24%
Students receiving Pell grants
7%
Students with federal loans
$12,000
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
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After Graduation
$44,379
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$34,658
Median earnings (6 yrs)
30%
Graduation rate
70%
Retention rate
67%
Earn more than a HS grad
$4,800
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
7,901
Total enrollment
48%
Part-time
22
Avg. age at entry
49%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Brookdale Community College FAQ
Is Brookdale Community College a public or private school?
Brookdale Community College is a public institution located in Lincroft, NJ.
What is the acceptance rate at Brookdale Community College?
Brookdale Community College has an open-admissions policy, meaning most applicants who meet basic requirements are admitted.
How much does Brookdale Community College cost?
The average annual net price at Brookdale Community College is $11,231 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $6,270 in-state and $10,140 out-of-state.
What is the graduation rate at Brookdale Community College?
About 30% of students at Brookdale Community College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Brookdale Community College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Brookdale Community College students earn a median of $44,379 per year.
How many students attend Brookdale Community College?
Brookdale Community College enrolls about 7,901 students.
Campus
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