- MISSION & VISION Blue Mountain Community College will realize its vision by providing high quality programs for college preparation, college transfer, professional/technical, workforce development, and self-improvement that will strengthen the economy and provide opportunities for personal and professional growth. BMCC provides dynamic and innovative programs and delivery methods in response to the changing needs of our customers: the students, businesses, industries, and communities of eastern Oregon.
School Highlights
Blue Mountain Community College serves 1,559 students (49% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 37%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 1,559 students
- In-state tuition: $6,188
- Out-state tuition: $8,618
- Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
- Minority enrollment: 42%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Blue Mountain Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
The teacher population of 221 teachers has grown by 110% over five years.
Blue Mountain Community College
(OR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
221 staff
221 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Blue Mountain Community College has grown by 10% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Blue Mountain Community College diversity score of 0.57 is equal to the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,559 students
1,724 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
767 students
767 students
# Part-Time Students
792 students
957 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
175 students
278 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
767 students
767 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
104 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
957 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
220 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
270 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
1%
% Asian
1%
4%
% Hispanic
31%
15%
% Black
1%
2%
% White
58%
63%
% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
3%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
2%
7%
Diversity Score
0.57
0.57
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
23%
22%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,000
$33,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $6,188 is more than the state average of $4,694. The in-state tuition has grown by 17% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,618 is more than the state average of $7,748. The out-state tuition has declined by 45% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$6,188
$4,694
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,618
$7,748
Tuition Notes
Tuition & Fees based on $108 per credit hour + $29.50 in fees per credit, based on 15 credits
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,074
$12,875
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,230
$6,334
Acceptance Rate
n/a
84%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Equestrian, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
FFA, Mountain Biking, Phi Beta Lambda, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Spanish Club, Student Ambassadors, Student Government Association
FFA, Mountain Biking, Phi Beta Lambda, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Spanish Club, Student Ambassadors, Student Government Association
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Blue Mountain Community College was founded in 1962 to meet the growing education, training, and cultural needs of northeastern Oregon. Since then, it has expanded and evolved into a comprehensive community college that serves a diverse community of life-long learners with facilities in Baker City, Boardman, Hermiston, Milton Freewater, and Pendleton. Blue Mountain Community College's main campus is located in northeastern Oregon surrounded by the natural beauty of rich wheat fields and the foothills of the Blue Mountains. Our scenic 175-acre hilltop site overlooks Pendleton, a city with a population of 16,180 and the county seat of Umatilla County. We are located 200 miles east of Portland and nearly the same distance from Seattle, Spokane and Boise. The College's buildings date from 1965 to our new science and technology facility which was first occupied in September 2000. In November of 1998, the voters of our service district passed a building and technology bond aimed at renewing and expanding existing facilities, and building new educational sites, which will help BMCC transition into the future. At Blue Mountain Community College (BMCC) you can earn the Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer(AAOT), The Associate of Science(AS), The Associate of Applied Science(AAS), The Associate Degree in General Studies(AGS), and Certificates. BMCC is a public, two-year coeducational college accredited by the Northwest Commission on College and Universities (NWCCU).
Profile last updated: 11/03/2022
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Blue Mountain Community College cost?
Blue Mountain Community College's tuition is approximately $6,188 for In-State students and $8,618 for Out-State students.
What sports does Blue Mountain Community College offer?
Blue Mountain Community College offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Equestrian, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Blue Mountain Community College's ranking?
Blue Mountain Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Oregon for: Average community college minority breakdown.
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