Linn-Benton Community College

6500 Pacific Blvd SW
Albany, OR 97321
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • Our Mission:To engage in an education that enables all of us to participate in, contribute to, and benefit from the cultural richness and economic vitality of our communities.
  • Linn-Benton Community College's mission supports the dreams of our students by providing comprehensive programs and services that are innovative and accessible. We are passionately committed to meeting the educational needs of individuals, businesses and our communities through learner-centered and life-changing experiences.

School Highlights

Linn-Benton Community College serves 4,956 students (43% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 40%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 4,956 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,105
  • Out-state tuition: $1,192
  • Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
  • Minority enrollment: 24%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Linn-Benton Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 588 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Linn-Benton Community College
(OR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
588 staff
221 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Linn-Benton Community College has declined by 10% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has decreased from 9:1 over five years.
The Linn-Benton Community College diversity score of 0.41 is less than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has declined by 26% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,956 students
1,724 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
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# Full-Time Students
2,153 students
767 students
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# Part-Time Students
2,803 students
957 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
375 students
278 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,153 students
767 students
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# 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
1%
1%
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% Asian
3%
4%
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% Hispanic
8%
16%
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% Black
1%
2%
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% White
76%
60%
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% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
5%
4%
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% Non Resident races
1%
2%
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% Unknown races
5%
10%
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Diversity Score
0.41
0.60
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
21%
22%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,700
$33,800
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $5,105 is more than the state average of $4,476. The in-state tuition has grown by 7% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $1,192 is less than the state average of $7,489. The out-state tuition has declined by 88% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,105
$4,476
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$1,192
$7,489
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Tuition Notes
This is the cost for tuition and fees. Our average student takes 14 credits each term and full time attendance is 12 credits each term
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
82%
86%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$11,938
$12,875
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,334
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
88%

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Civil Discourse Program, Estudiantes del Sol, Gender & Sexuality Alliance, LB Films, Space Exploration

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Livestock Judging
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Linn-Benton Community College was established in 1966 as a two-year public college to serve the educational needs of residents in Linn and Benton counties. The college is supported by tuition, local property taxes and state revenue, and is directed by an elected, seven-member board of education. LBCC's 104-acre Albany, Oregon campus is just 11 miles east of Corvallis. The campus houses a learning resource center, bookstore, 500-seat theater, library, conference facility, and student lounge/recreation rooms. Dining facilities include a cafeteria, a cafe and a restaurant operated by students in the Culinary Arts program. The Periwinkle Child Development Center offers child development classes, daycare and kindergarten. Our modern Activities Center includes a gym, weight room, aerobics room, and sports facilities for basketball, baseball and volleyball. Our Horticulture program has a state-of-the-art greenhouse and organic garden. LBCC's horse management facility is located 1.5 miles from the main campus. Three off-campus centers provide access to classes in Corvallis, Lebanon, and Sweet Home. Community Education and workforce development courses are also offered. LBCC was established to offer a variety of educational opportunities including general education courses, professional technical training, lower-division college transfer courses, continuing education classes, lifelong learning opportunities, distance education, credit courses during evening hours and on weekends, so students can earn a degree without having to attend to class on weekdays, adult basic education programs, and education programs for students with disabilities. LBCC also offers a Degree Partnership Program with Oregon State University in Corvallis, which provides access to both institutions. Linn-Benton Community College has been accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges. Courses are approved by the Oregon State Board of Education, and lower-division courses are approved for transfer to colleges and universities in the Oregon University System.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Linn-Benton Community College cost?
Linn-Benton Community College's tuition is approximately $5,105 for In-State students and $1,192 for Out-State students.
What sports does Linn-Benton Community College offer?
Linn-Benton Community College offers 3 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball and Volleyball.
What is Linn-Benton Community College's ranking?
Linn-Benton Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Oregon for: Least expensive tuition.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 4,956 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,105
  • Out-state tuition: $1,192
  • Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
  • Minority enrollment: 24%
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

For Oregon public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,476 per year for in-state students and $7,489 for out-of-state students. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Oregon is 92%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Oregon community colleges have a diversity score of 0.60, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Oregon is Mt Hood Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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