Southwestern Oregon Community College
About Southwestern Oregon Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Southwestern Oregon Community College teaches in Coos Bay, on the Pacific coast, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and culinary arts are among its largest programs.
Founded
1961
Location
Coos Bay, Oregon
Students
1,270
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
39.7%
Below national average
Tuition
$7,192
Per year
Avg Net Price
$8,527
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,349
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
39.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
57%
Transfer Out
24%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$7.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 39.7% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$7,192
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,526
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,274
After Financial Aid
$8,527
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,414
Receive Grants
36.5%
Take Loans
19.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $16,274/yr, including $8,526 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $8,527.
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 Southwestern Oregon Community College fund their education.
While in School
36.5%
Get Grants
Free money
19.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,850
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 Southwestern Oregon Community College.
Gender
62.8%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,270
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
47.4%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
28.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 47.4% 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
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,270
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
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Southwestern Oregon Community College fields 11 varsity teams with 297 student athletes, about 23% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
297
23% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
173
Men
124
Women
9
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Southwestern Oregon Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,349
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
176 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$75K
46 grads
1yr Earnings
Culinary Arts and Related Services
$28K
20 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
12 grads
Fire Protection
—
7 grads
Precision Metal Working
—
6 grads
Median earnings are $38K 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.