School Highlights
Central Oregon Community College serves 7,068 students (18% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 42:1 is higher than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 74%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 7,068 students
- In-state tuition: $121
- Out-state tuition: $357
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student:teacher ratio: 42:1
- Minority enrollment: 46%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Central Oregon Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 168 teachers has declined by 57% over five years.
Central Oregon Community College
(OR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
168 staff
192 staff
Number of Programs Offered
98
39
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Central Oregon Community College has grown by 46% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 42:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Central Oregon Community College diversity score of 0.68 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has grown by 40% over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,068 students
903 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
42:1
15:1
# Full-Time Students
1,272 students
210 students
# Part-Time Students
5,796 students
693 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
657 students
278 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,727 students
210 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
136 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,631 students
693 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
68 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
330 students
270 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
3%
% Asian
4%
4%
% Hispanic
12%
8%
% Black
2%
12%
% White
54%
26%
% Hawaiian
1%
38%
% Two or more races
12%
8%
% Unknown races
12%
1%
Diversity Score
0.68
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
24%
0.5%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.5%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,700
$33,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $121 is less than the state average of $4,166. The in-state tuition has declined by 97% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $357 is less than the state average of $6,762. The out-state tuition has declined by 96% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$121
$4,166
Out-State Tuition Fees
$357
$6,762
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
79%
79%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,412
$12,875
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$6,334
Acceptance Rate
100%
100%
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
21 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Afrocentric Studies Club, Art Club, Asian Cultures Club, Community Health Club, CRU Lifelines, Culinary Arts Club, Dance Club, Dreamers Club, First Nations Student Union, Gaming Club, German Club, Jewish Students Club, Latinx Club, LGBTQ & Friends Club, Live Action Society, Men's Baseball Club Team, Nursing Club, Ski & Snowboard Club, Theorian Society, Vet Tech Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Co-ed Intramural Indoor Soccer
Afrocentric Studies Club, Art Club, Asian Cultures Club, Community Health Club, CRU Lifelines, Culinary Arts Club, Dance Club, Dreamers Club, First Nations Student Union, Gaming Club, German Club, Jewish Students Club, Latinx Club, LGBTQ & Friends Club, Live Action Society, Men's Baseball Club Team, Nursing Club, Ski & Snowboard Club, Theorian Society, Vet Tech Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Co-ed Intramural Indoor Soccer
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Central Oregon Community College cost?
Central Oregon Community College's tuition is approximately $121 for In-State students and $357 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Central Oregon Community College?
The acceptance rate of Central Oregon Community College is 100%, which is equal to the state average of 100%.
What is Central Oregon Community College's ranking?
Central Oregon Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Oregon for: Diversity in US community colleges, Largest student body and Highest completion rates.
In what neighborhood is Central Oregon Community College located?
Central Oregon Community College is located in the River West neighborhood of Bend, OR.
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