- 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 41%.
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:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
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
School Calendar
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 0.61. The school's diversity has declined by 26% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,956 students
1,724 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
2,153 students
767 students
# Part-Time Students
2,803 students
957 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
375 students
278 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,153 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
1%
1%
% Asian
3%
4%
% Hispanic
8%
16%
% Black
1%
2%
% White
76%
59%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
5%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
5%
11%
Diversity Score
0.41
0.61
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
21%
22%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,700
$33,800
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
Out-State Tuition Fees
$1,192
$7,489
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%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,938
$12,875
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,334
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
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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