At Brookdale Community College, academic excellence, student success, affordability, and community impact are more than priorities. They are the foundation of who we are. Every program, partnership, and learning experience is designed to help students Be Supported, Be Successful, and Be Brookdale as they pursue meaningful and rewarding futures.

Our commitment to quality is reflected in what our students experience every day:

• 81 percent say professors put significant effort into teaching their classes.

• 76 percent report it is easy to get the classes they need.

• 92 percent feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.

• A 17 to 1 student-faculty ratio ensures personalized support and mentorship.

• Graduates earn a median salary of $50,836 five years out, well above the national average.

With more than 60 degree and certificate programs, Brookdale offers flexible in-person, hybrid, and online options to meet students where they are. Our seamless transfer pathways—with Rutgers University, Georgian Court University, Kean University, and Monmouth University—allow students to complete their bachelor’s degrees right here in Monmouth County. We also offer more than 40 transfer agreements with leading four-year colleges and universities from Paris to New Jersey and beyond, guaranteeing qualified students junior-year status. Several agreements even provide three-plus-one pathways so your junior year can be completed at Brookdale for significant savings.

Students also benefit from robust career services, workforce partnerships, and hands-on learning that prepare them for in-demand careers in nursing, business, engineering, information technology, criminal justice, cybersecurity, liberal arts, and more. Brookdale’s rigorous programs and dedicated faculty empower students to Be Bold, excel in a rapidly changing world, and graduate with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed.

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"Fourth of July, Sparkly Sky" Musical Story Hour

"Fourth of July, Sparkly Sky" Musical Story Hour

"Fourth of July, Sparkly Sky" Musical Story Hour

Holmdel Theatre Company Play Reading Series: "Sisterly Feelings"

Holmdel Theatre Company Play Reading Series: "Sisterly Feelings"

Silk Screen T-Shirts Craft

Silk Screen T-Shirts Craft

New Release Movie: "The Artist"

New Release Movie: "The Artist"

Movie: "The Thin Man"

Movie: "The Thin Man"

Movie: "Sherlock Holmes"

Movie: "Sherlock Holmes"

btwixt n btween book club

btwixt n btween book club

Comedy Show at Park East

Comedy Show at Park East

Slipknot at PNC Bank Arts Center

Slipknot at PNC Bank Arts Center

Perna Dance Center 24th Annual "Passport to Adventure" Production

Perna Dance Center 24th Annual "Passport to Adventure" Production

Barnes & Noble Bookfair to Benefit Holmdel Public Schools

Barnes & Noble Bookfair to Benefit Holmdel Public Schools

Movie: "One for the Money"

Movie: "One for the Money"

Hazlet Movie Nights: "Madagascar"

Hazlet Movie Nights: "Madagascar"

Hazlet Movie Nights: "Ghostbusters"

Hazlet Movie Nights: "Ghostbusters"

Merri Makers PNC Reception Center Bridal Show

Merri Makers PNC Reception Center Bridal Show

STUDENT LIFE: An artshow benefiting area high schools

STUDENT LIFE: An artshow benefiting area high schools

Bayshore Academy of Dance presents its 33rd Annual Dance Concert

Bayshore Academy of Dance presents its 33rd Annual Dance Concert

Live Greek Music at Mad Greek in Hazlet

Live Greek Music at Mad Greek in Hazlet

Vans Warped Tour 2012

Vans Warped Tour 2012

Playreading: "Sisterly Feelings"

Playreading: "Sisterly Feelings"

Smocking Demonstration

Smocking Demonstration

Music Man Rich Marzec

Music Man Rich Marzec

Krafty Kids Drop In

Krafty Kids Drop In

Krafty Kids Drop In

Krafty Kids Drop In

Indian Hill School Musical: Doo Wop Wed Widing Hood

Indian Hill School Musical: Doo Wop Wed Widing Hood

HHS Spring Instrumental Concert

HHS Spring Instrumental Concert

Satz School Spring Instrumental Concert

Satz School Spring Instrumental Concert

Kimisis Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church Festival

Kimisis Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church Festival

Kimisis Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church Festival

Kimisis Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church Festival

Kimisis Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church Festival

Kimisis Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church Festival

Kimisis Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church Greek Festival

Kimisis Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church Greek Festival

Holmdel High School Spring Choral Concert

Holmdel High School Spring Choral Concert

FirstEnergy Park Hosting 2nd Jersey Shore Wine Festival

FirstEnergy Park Hosting 2nd Jersey Shore Wine Festival

Tonight: Satz School Choral and Handbell Concert

Tonight: Satz School Choral and Handbell Concert

Demi Lovato at PNC Bank Arts Center

Demi Lovato at PNC Bank Arts Center

Jason Aldean at PNC Bank Arts Center

Jason Aldean at PNC Bank Arts Center

Kelly Clarkson and the Fray at PNC Bank Arts Center

Kelly Clarkson and the Fray at PNC Bank Arts Center

Music Man Rich Marzec