Ocean County College and Kean University’s joint admission program was first established in 2006 to offer students the opportunity to advance their college degree while staying close to home, and saving money. Late last month, OCC President Jon H. Larson hosted new Kean University President Lamont O. Repollet for an official signing of an amendment to the degree completion agreement between the two institutions.

OCC students can enroll at Kean at any time during their first two years, and will matriculate to the university as…