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 1,537 students (53% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 37%.
Quick Stats (2023)
Enrollment: 1,537 students
In-state tuition: $5,355
Out-state tuition: $5,355
Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
Minority enrollment: 31%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Southwestern Oregon Community College has declined by 26% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has decreased from 7:1 over five years.
The Southwestern Oregon Community College diversity score of 0.50 is less than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,537 students
1,537 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
809 students
767 students
# Part-Time Students
728 students
957 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
135 students
278 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
809 students
767 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
104 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
728 students
957 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
220 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
396 students
270 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
1%
% Asian
1%
4%
% Hispanic
12%
15%
% Black
1%
2%
% White
69%
63%
% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
8%
5%
% Non Resident races
3%
2%
% Unknown races
2%
7%
Diversity Score
0.50
0.57
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
2.95%
2.3%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,700
$32,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,355 is more than the state average of $4,694. The in-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,355 is less than the state average of $7,748. The out-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,355
$4,694
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,355
$7,748
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
91%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,900
$12,875
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,334
Acceptance Rate
n/a
84%
Source: 2021 (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?
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Quick Stats (2023)
Enrollment: 1,537 students
In-state tuition: $5,355
Out-state tuition: $5,355
Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
Minority enrollment: 31%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
