- With a commitment to being inclusive, Mt.Hood Community College offers a full range of education and training in a supportive environment to advance personal and professional growth.We are a community hub for cultural, economic, recreational, and intellectual enrichment.
School Highlights
Mt Hood Community College serves 18,485 students (6% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 44:1 is higher than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 40%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 18,485 students
- In-state tuition: $5,159
- Out-state tuition: $9,407
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student:teacher ratio: 44:1
- Minority enrollment: 53%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Mt Hood Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 423 teachers has grown by 48% over five years.
Mt Hood Community College
(OR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
423 staff
221 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Mt Hood Community College has declined by 33% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 44:1 has decreased from 98:1 over five years.
The Mt Hood Community College diversity score of 0.74 is more than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
18,485 students
1,724 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
44:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
1,200 students
767 students
# Part-Time Students
4,334 students
957 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
322 students
278 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
14,528 students
767 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
104 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,407 students
957 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
220 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
270 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
6%
4%
% Hispanic
18%
16%
% Black
4%
2%
% White
47%
60%
% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
10%
Diversity Score
0.74
0.60
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
26%
22%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$37,100
$33,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,159 is more than the state average of $4,476. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,407 is more than the state average of $7,489. The out-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,159
$4,476
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,407
$7,489
Tuition Notes
The tuition rates includes services and fees.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
86%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,933
$12,875
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,673
$6,334
Acceptance Rate
100%
88%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Being a student at Mt. Hood Community College means making changes, adjustments and adding new responsibilities to your daily lifestyle. The flexibility of a two-year college allows you to attend part time or full time, day, evening or weekend classes, as well as distance learning classes. MHCC costs less than a four-year college or university and allows you to transfer to a four-year college or university, if you wish to earn your bachelor`s degree. Your learning techniques and personal life schedule, will determine if full- time enrollment or part-time enrollment is best for you. Our advisers are here to help you decide which is best to achieve your educational goals
Profile last updated: 10/12/2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mt Hood Community College cost?
Mt Hood Community College's tuition is approximately $5,159 for In-State students and $9,407 for Out-State students.
What schools are Mt Hood Community College often compared to?
Mt Hood Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Portland Community College, Clackamas Community College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Mt Hood Community College?
The acceptance rate of Mt Hood Community College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 88%.
What sports does Mt Hood Community College offer?
Mt Hood Community College offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Mt Hood Community College's ranking?
Mt Hood Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Oregon for: Diversity in US community colleges, Average community college minority breakdown and Largest student body.
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