Southwestern Oregon Community College
- 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)
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 grown by 118% over five years.
Southwestern Oregon Community College
(OR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
278 staff
221 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
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?
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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