Otero Junior College
School Notes Overview:
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....
School Overview:
- Community College Avg.
| 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.
In the News:
- OJC improves to 5-1 on the season with win over Eastern Wyoming (La Junta Tribune-Democrat)
posted on November 18, 2009 at 11:17:55 pm
The Otero Junior College Lady Rattlers played the role of school yard bully in last night's game with the Eastern Wyoming Lancers. The Rattlers had their way with the Lancers taking the lead on the opening tip off and never looking back winning, 81-57. - OJC Rattlers improve to 2-1 on the season (La Junta Tribune-Democrat)
posted on November 13, 2009 at 07:18:21 pm
The Otero Junior College Rattlers participated in and hosted the Holiday Inn Classic at the McDivitt Center this weekend. The Rattlers played against the Colorado Kings and the Southeast Colorado All-Stars. They split the games losing a close one to the Kings on Friday and defeating the All-stars on Saturday. - GOLDEN LIONS AIM TO INCLUDE NEWCOMERS (Pine Bluff Commercial)
posted on November 12, 2009 at 05:14:07 am
In two days, George Ivory will begin his second season as Arkansas-Pine Bluff coach when his team plays at Colorado. The Golden Lions will do so with 11 players who played significant roles a year ago, including all five players who started 11 of their final 14 games of the season, and six seniors. - Junior/Senior Visitation Day at OJC set for Nov. 11 (La Junta Tribune-Democrat)
posted on November 10, 2009 at 10:33:17 pm
Area high school juniors and seniors will have the opportunity to visit Otero Junior College on Wednesday, Nov. 11 for the annual Junior/Senior Visitation Day. - LCC men split games, LCC women lose two at Holiday Inn Classic (The Lamar Ledger)
posted on November 10, 2009 at 08:55:11 pm
LCC basketball teams compete in Holiday Inn Classic
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