- Mission of the college is to serve the people of the college district with high quality education and training opportunities that are accessible to all students, adaptable to changing needs, and accountable to the community we serve.
School Highlights
Clackamas Community College serves 10,454 students (21% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 47%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 10,454 students
- In-state tuition: $4,133
- Out-state tuition: $11,918
- Student:teacher ratio: 19:1
- Minority enrollment: 39%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Clackamas Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 559 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Clackamas Community College
(OR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
559 staff
192 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Clackamas Community College has grown by 66% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Clackamas Community College diversity score of 0.60 is less than the state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has grown by 30% over five years.
Total Enrollment
10,454 students
729 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1

# Full-Time Students
2,237 students
310 students

# Part-Time Students
8,217 students
2,153 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
104 students
339 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,237 students
310 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
193 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
8,217 students
2,153 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
153 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
270 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%

% Asian
5%
5%

% Hispanic
16%
20%

% Black
2%
3%

% White
61%
53%

% Hawaiian
n/a
1%

% Two or more races
6%
5%

% Non Resident races
n/a
1%

% Unknown races
7%
11%


Diversity Score
0.60
0.66

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2031%
0.4783%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.5833%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,000
$33,800

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,133 is less than the state average of $4,172. The in-state tuition has declined by 22% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $11,918 is more than the state average of $6,738. The out-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,133
$4,172

Out-State Tuition Fees
$11,918
$6,738

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
74%
79%

Median Debt for Graduates
$12,146
$12,875

Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,667
$6,334

Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- The CCC District covers all of Clackamas County except Lake Oswego, Sandy, Damascus and Boring school districts. Programs offered by Clackamas Community College includes Professional/Technical: CCC offers one-year Certificate of Completion and two-year Associate of Science Degree programs in 30 professional/technical career areas and General Studies; College Transfer: CCC offers the two-year Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer Degree; Literacy/Basic Skills: CCC offers individualized instruction in basic academic and study skills, including Adult High School Diploma, GED, ESL, Alternative Schools, Life & Career Options and Young Parent Opportunity Program; Community Education and Business Training. Clackamas Community College is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and is approved as a veterans training institution by the Veterans Administration.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Clackamas Community College cost?
Clackamas Community College's tuition is approximately $4,133 for In-State students and $11,918 for Out-State students.
What schools are Clackamas Community College often compared to?
Clackamas Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Portland Community College by visitors of our site.
What is Clackamas Community College's ranking?
Clackamas Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Oregon for: Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Clackamas Community College located?
Clackamas Community College is located in the Caufield neighborhood of Oregon City, OR.
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