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Umpqua Community College

1140 Umpqua College Rd.
Roseburg, OR 97470
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  • Umpqua Community College is a public community college near Roseburg, Oregon. The college has sixteen campus buildings located on 100 acres bordering the North Umpqua River. The campus also features a track, tennis courts, and an outdoor pool. In 2009, a vineyard was added to the campus.

School Highlights

Umpqua Community College serves 2,582 students (40% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is same as the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 45%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 2,582 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,990
  • Out-state tuition: $8,514
  • Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
  • Minority enrollment: 31%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 106 teachers has declined by 60% over five years.
Umpqua Community College
(OR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
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
Year Founded
1964
Total Faculty
106 staff
20 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Umpqua Community College has grown by 20% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The Umpqua Community College diversity score of 0.50 is less than the state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has grown by 47% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,582 students
1,376 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
24:1

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Full-Time Students
1,029 students
212 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Students
1,553 students
1,164 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Enrollment Undergraduate
2,582 students
327 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,029 students
212 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,553 students
1,164 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
1%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Asian
3%
4%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Hispanic
13%
19%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Black
2%
3%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% White
69%
55%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Two or more races
6%
6%
% Unknown races
5%
10%
Diversity Score
0.50
0.65

Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
25%
49%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,800
$31,000

Tuition & Financial Aid

The public in-state tuition of $3,990 is less than the state average of $4,098. The in-state tuition has declined by 24% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,514 is more than the state average of $6,824. The out-state tuition has grown by 61% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,990
$4,098
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,514
$6,824
Tuition Notes
$120 per credit
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
83%

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Graduates
$7,881
$12,875

Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$6,359

Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

Sports

Colors
Navy and Gold
School Mascot
Riverhawk
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

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.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Joseph Ziegler, Google and Uber employee, class of 2008 -
    • Joyce Blair, return to school scholarship recipient -

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.
Who are famous alumni from Umpqua Community College?
Umpqua Community College famous alumni include: Joseph Ziegler, Google and Uber employee, class of 2008 and Joyce Blair, return to school scholarship recipient.
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 Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 2,582 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,990
  • Out-state tuition: $8,514
  • Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
  • Minority enrollment: 31%
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

For Oregon public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,098 per year for in-state students and $6,824 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 87%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Oregon community colleges have a diversity score of 0.65, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Oregon is Concorde Career College-Portland. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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