Central Oregon Community College
About Central Oregon Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Central Oregon Community College teaches in Bend, in the high desert under the Cascades, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and business are its largest programs, and better than a fifth of its students transfer on.
Founded
1949
Location
Bend, Oregon
Students
3,789
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
25.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,049
Out-of-state: $13,545
Avg Net Price
$12,266
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,940
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$25
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
25.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62.2%
Transfer Out
23%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
42%
$/Student
$10.9K
Class Size
Medium
The 25.2% graduation rate is below average, but 62.2% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,049
In-State
$13,545
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,308
Books & Supplies
$1,800
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,753
After Financial Aid
$12,266
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,888
Receive Grants
29.5%
Take Loans
22.2%
The total cost of attendance runs about $19,753/yr, including $13,308 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $12,266.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Central Oregon Community College fund their education.
While in School
29.5%
Get Grants
Free money
22.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,505
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$127/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Central Oregon Community College.
Gender
53.8%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,789
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
39.4%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
34.1%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 46% men). 39.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
3,789
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Central Oregon Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,940
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$30K
326 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$83K
54 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$58K
40 grads
4yr Earnings
Air Transportation
$49K
39 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$75K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
Fire Protection
$96K
15 grads
4yr Earnings
Median earnings are $39K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.