- The mission of Southwestern Oregon Community College is to provide quality education that helps students achieve their goals. Our programs prepare people to be employable, value life-long learning, and function as good citizens in a rapidly changing world.
School Highlights
Southwestern Oregon Community College serves 2,080 students (44% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 47%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 2,080 students
- In-state tuition: $5,355
- Out-state tuition: $5,355
- Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
- Minority enrollment: 34%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Southwestern Oregon Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 278 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Southwestern Oregon Community College
(OR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
278 staff
192 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Southwestern Oregon Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 has increased from 6:1 over five years.
The Southwestern Oregon Community College diversity score of 0.54 is less than the state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has declined by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,080 students
2,463 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
21:1

# Full-Time Students
916 students
310 students

# Part-Time Students
1,164 students
2,153 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
208 students
339 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
916 students
310 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
193 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,164 students
2,589 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
153 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
396 students
270 students

% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
1%

% Asian
2%
5%

% Hispanic
13%
20%

% Black
2%
3%

% White
66%
53%

% Hawaiian
1%
1%

% Two or more races
7%
5%

% Non Resident races
2%
1%

% Unknown races
4%
11%


Diversity Score
0.54
0.66

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3407%
0.4231%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.5833%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,700
$33,800

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,355 is more than the state average of $4,172. The in-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,355 is less than the state average of $6,738. The out-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,355
$4,172

Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,355
$6,738

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
79%

Median Debt for Graduates
$11,900
$12,875

Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,334

Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Southwestern delivers real-world education and training essential for a highly skilled workforce. Southwestern is located within two miles of the Pacific Ocean in an area of scenic beauty and mild climate. The 153-acre institution lies completely within the city of Coos Bay and is bordered on the north and east by the city of North Bend. Southwestern offers Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer, Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, One year certificates of completion and less than one year certificates of completion. Southwestern Oregon Community College (Southwestern) is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southwestern Oregon Community College cost?
Southwestern Oregon Community College's tuition is approximately $5,355 for In-State students and $5,355 for Out-State students.
What is Southwestern Oregon Community College's ranking?
Southwestern Oregon Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Oregon for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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