- Southwestern Oregon Community College is a place to start, grow, and thrive-whether you're looking to earn a degree, learn new skills, or explore personal interests. We serve people of all ages and backgrounds with affordable, high-quality education close to home. With supportive faculty, hands-on learning, and opportunities to get involved in our community and beyond, Southwestern helps students build the knowledge, confidence, and connections they need to succeed in school, work, and life.
School Highlights
Southwestern Oregon Community College serves 2,080 students (44% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 45%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 2,080 students
- Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
- Minority enrollment: 34%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Southwestern Oregon Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Programs offered
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 278 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Southwestern Oregon Community College
(OR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
0
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
0
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
278 staff
20 staff
Number of Programs Offered
40
8
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Southwestern Oregon Community College has grown by 35% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Southwestern Oregon Community College diversity score of 0.54 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,080 students
1,376 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
916 students
212 students
# Part-Time Students
1,164 students
1,164 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
208 students
301 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
916 students
212 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
214 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,164 students
1,164 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
33 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
396 students
297 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
1%
% Asian
2%
4%
% Hispanic
13%
19%
% Black
2%
3%
% White
66%
55%
% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
7%
6%
% Non Resident races
2%
1%
% Unknown races
4%
10%
Diversity Score
0.54
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
34%
49%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,700
$33,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
83%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,900
$12,875
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,359
Acceptance Rate
n/a
94%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
Cross CountryGolf
SoccerSoftball
SwimmingTrack and Field
VolleyballWrestling
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Laker
- Southwestern Oregon Community College is the southern Oregon coast's go-to destination for high-skill, career-technical job training, college transfer degrees, and community enrichment courses. Established in 1961, the college serves Coos, Curry and western Douglas counties from its Coos and Curry campuses. Students choose from 40+ programs of study and lead the state for fastest time to degree completion. Southwestern's main Coos Campus, located in Coos Bay offers apartment-style student housing, dining services, 18 different 19 athletic teams in 11 sports, and many student clubs and activities. It's home to the renowned Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI), a library, recreation center, and cafeteria. Newly renovated facilities like Umpqua Hall inspire future scientists, engineers, and healthcare professionals, while Coaledo and Sumner Halls provide state-of-the-art spaces for Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. The new Fire Training Tower adds cutting-edge training opportunities for fire science students and local organizations.
Profile last updated: 08/18/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Southwestern Oregon Community College offer?
Southwestern Oregon Community College offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is Southwestern Oregon Community College's ranking?
Southwestern Oregon Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Oregon for: Percent of students receiving financial aid, Most Programs Offered and Highest completion rates.
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