Umpqua Community College

1140 Umpqua College Rd.
Roseburg, OR 97470
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings

School Highlights

Umpqua Community College serves 2,140 students (37% 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 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 41%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 2,140 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,990
  • Out-state tuition: $8,514
  • Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
  • Minority enrollment: 19%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Umpqua Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:

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School Overview

The teacher population of 268 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Umpqua 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
268 staff
221 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Umpqua Community College has declined by 12% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has decreased from 9:1 over five years.
The Umpqua Community College diversity score of 0.34 is less than the state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,140 students
1,724 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
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# Full-Time Students
784 students
767 students
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# Part-Time Students
1,356 students
957 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
131 students
278 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
784 students
767 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
104 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,356 students
957 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
220 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
76 students
270 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
1%
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% Asian
2%
4%
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% Hispanic
2%
16%
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% Black
2%
2%
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% White
81%
59%
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% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
5%
4%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
5%
11%
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Diversity Score
0.34
0.61
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
28%
22%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,800
$33,800
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $3,990 is less than the state average of $4,476. The in-state tuition has declined by 20% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,514 is more than the state average of $7,489. The out-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,990
$4,476
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,514
$7,489
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
90%
86%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$7,881
$12,875
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$6,334
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
88%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • The college was established by a vote of greater Douglas County residents in 1964 and conducted classes in various rented facilities in Roseburg for the first few years. Since its founding as a post-secondary education facility it has grown and changed to meet the diverse needs of the community. More than 15,000 students take one or more classes each year, for a full-time equivalent (FTE) of about 2,600 full-time students. Umpqua Community College is one of the most picturesque colleges in the country, nestled between beautiful tree-studded hills and overlooking a large bend in the North Umpqua River. Natural volcanic rock and rustic, cedar shake architecture grace the 14 campus buildings located on a 100-acre plot of land six miles north of Roseburg. UCC Campus easy access and mild year-around climate complement the scenic beauty of the campus. As a comprehensive community college, Umpqua Community College provides the first two years of a baccalaureate degree, professional-technical programs, adult basic education/GED, and community education. The college strives to work with individual students so that educational goals and dreams can be realized. Our primary focus is to foster student success by creating access and excellence in all programs and services offered at Umpqua Community College. Umpqua Community College is organized into four academic divisions namely Business and Industry, Health and Safety Services, Math, Science, and Learning Skills and Liberal Arts.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Umpqua Community College cost?
Umpqua Community College's tuition is approximately $3,990 for In-State students and $8,514 for Out-State students.
What is Umpqua Community College's ranking?
Umpqua Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Oregon for: Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 2,140 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,990
  • Out-state tuition: $8,514
  • Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
  • Minority enrollment: 19%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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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 93%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Oregon community colleges have a diversity score of 0.61, which is lower than the national average of 0.71. 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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