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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ArdenaBaptist Helping Hand Holiday Bazaar

ArdenaBaptist Helping Hand Holiday Bazaar

Schlachtfest

Schlachtfest

Casino Night

Casino Night

Fall Festival - Presented by the Gateway Church of Christ

Fall Festival - Presented by the Gateway Church of Christ

Thrill The World Fall Festival to benefit Rescue Ridge

Thrill The World Fall Festival to benefit Rescue Ridge

Howell Library's Native American Heritage Celebration

Howell Library's Native American Heritage Celebration

Rummage Sale at Congregation Ahavat Olam

Rummage Sale at Congregation Ahavat Olam

St. William the Abbot Vendor/Craft Sale

St. William the Abbot Vendor/Craft Sale

Whispering Winds Native American Gathering

Whispering Winds Native American Gathering

Flo’s 2nd Annual Chili Cook-Off

Flo’s 2nd Annual Chili Cook-Off

Watercolor Painting Exhibit

Watercolor Painting Exhibit

Sons of Norway Annual Magic Fest

Sons of Norway Annual Magic Fest

Howell Senior Center - Grandparent's Tea at Newbury School

Howell Senior Center - Grandparent's Tea at Newbury School

Howell Senior Center - Spirit of Vaudeville

Howell Senior Center - Spirit of Vaudeville

Howell Senior Center ~ Dress a Bear

Howell Senior Center ~ Dress a Bear

The Roebling Company: Builders of the Brooklyn Bridge at Howell Library

The Roebling Company: Builders of the Brooklyn Bridge at Howell Library

Brooklyn Bridge: Ken Burns America at Howell Library

Brooklyn Bridge: Ken Burns America at Howell Library

Thursday Afternoon Movie at Howell Library

Thursday Afternoon Movie at Howell Library

Family Storytime at Howell Library

Family Storytime at Howell Library

Women of Words Book Discussion at Howell Library

Women of Words Book Discussion at Howell Library

Lego Book Club at Howell Library

Lego Book Club at Howell Library

Family Storytime at Howell Library

Family Storytime at Howell Library

Toddler Storytime at Howell Library

Toddler Storytime at Howell Library

Family Storytime at Howell Library

Family Storytime at Howell Library

Baby Storytime at Howell Library

Baby Storytime at Howell Library

HOWELL DAY

HOWELL DAY

Art in the Garden

Art in the Garden

Thursday Afternoon Movie at Howell Library

Thursday Afternoon Movie at Howell Library

Family Storytime at Howell Library

Family Storytime at Howell Library

Special School Age Storytime at Howell Library

Special School Age Storytime at Howell Library

Family Storytime at Howell Library

Family Storytime at Howell Library

Toddler Storytime at Howell Library

Toddler Storytime at Howell Library

Family Storytime at Howell Library

Family Storytime at Howell Library

Baby Storytime at Howell Library

Baby Storytime at Howell Library

Apple Festival ~ Delicious Orchards, Country Food Market

Apple Festival ~ Delicious Orchards, Country Food Market

PAL Theater Company’s production of Annie Jr.

PAL Theater Company’s production of Annie Jr.

Tuscany Night Dinner Dance ~ Southard Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary

Tuscany Night Dinner Dance ~ Southard Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary

Sons of Norway Annual Sister's Social

Sons of Norway Annual Sister's Social

Special Needs Activity Play at Howell Library