Linn-Benton Community College
About Linn-Benton Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Linn-Benton Community College teaches in Albany, Oregon, beside Oregon State University, into which many of its students transfer. Business and nursing are its largest programs, and it keeps a working farm.
Founded
1966
Location
Albany, Oregon
Students
5,174
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
29%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$7,317
Out-of-state: $15,901
Avg Net Price
$11,553
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,363
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
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
29% complete their degree within three years
Retention
63.6%
Transfer Out
0%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
36.3%
$/Student
$12.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 29% graduation rate is below average, but 63.6% 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
$7,317
In-State
$15,901
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,575
Total Cost of Attendance
$18,789
After Financial Aid
$11,553
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,648
Receive Grants
27.5%
Take Loans
40%
Tuition is $7,317/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $11,553.
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 Linn-Benton Community College fund their education.
While in School
27.5%
Get Grants
Free money
40%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,462
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,961
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$127/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,961, 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 Linn-Benton Community College.
Gender
57%
Female
43%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,174
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
40%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
26.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 40% 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: Small
Campus Quick Facts
5,174
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Linn-Benton Community College fields 3 varsity teams with 76 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NWAC
Northwest Athletic Conference
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
76
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
44
Men
32
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Linn-Benton Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,363
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$24K
284 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$48K
42 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$85K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
$45K
29 grads
1yr Earnings
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians
—
25 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$60K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $41K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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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.