Otero Junior College

1802 Colorado Ave, La Junta, CO, 81050 - View a map of this school Map

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OJC has a wide range of degree programs. Chances are, we have something that is right for you. Associate of Science Degree Programs including Behavioral Science, Business Administration, Elementary Education, Pre-Medicine, Psychology, Secondary Education, Sports Medicine, and many more. Associate of Applied Science Degree Programs including Administrative Assistant, Business, Business Management, Business Microcomputer Specialist, Early Childhood Profession, and Associate Nursing Degree just to name a few. Certificate Programs including Accounting Clerk, Administrative Assistant, Auto CAD, Automotive Technology, Children's Group Leader, Cisco CCNA and CCNP,Farm/Ranch Business Management, Law Enforcement Training, Massage Therapy, Microcomputer Operations, plus many others....

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  • Otero Junior College
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County Otero County, CO -
Title IV Eligible YES Yes
Carnegie Classification Associate of Arts Colleges Associate of Arts Colleges
Institution Level At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control Public Public
Full-Time Undergraduate 802 students 1,020 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 749 students 1,444 students
Total Enrollment 1,551 students 2,213 students
Total Dormitory Capacity 220 students 229 students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 90% 78%
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 60% 46%
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $3,333 $2,845
% Students Receiving State/Local Grants 53% 29%
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $2,111 $1,273
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 34% 12%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $3,446 $1,146
% Students Receiving Loans 45% 38%
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $4,561 $3,129

School Notes:

  • Otero Junior College is located on an attractive 40-acre campus in La Junta, CO. approximately 60 miles southeast of Pueblo, CO in beautiful Southeastern Colorado. OJC serves the local counties of Otero, Bent, and Crowley. The dormitory at Otero Junior College is only a short walk from classrooms. The commute to OJC is short and stress free for area students because traffic is not heavy. Parking is free and close to the classrooms. The community offers many fun events and activities.
  • Small class sizes allow for personal interaction with faculty. Usually no more than 30 people in a class. Participation in class is easier because of smaller classes and faculty are able to spend more time with students individually. Computer Labs are not overcrowded and they are located all around the campus so you are sure to have access to technical resources. You're not just another number with a student population of only about 1,300. The library is quiet and not crowded with students, providing you with a place to concentrate.
  • There is a wide array of social and recreational activities including intramural and intercollegiate sports and the performing arts. Students have access to the basketball/volleyball court, weight room, tennis courts, soccer field, and nearby baseball diamond and swimming pool. The Student Center provides pool, ping-pong, and air hockey tables so that students can relax. The Otero Players allow students to participate in stage productions of world drama. The Otero Arts Festival gives students opportunity to display their artwork. Various clubs and organizations represent a wide variety of student interests.
  • Profile last updated: 04/13/2009.

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