- At Oregon Coast Community College (OCCC), one can complete the first two years of a bachelor's degree, earn an associate degree, take courses to get a job, prepare to start a small business, get a GED, learn English as a second language, or take courses for personal enrichment. Students may explore career ideas, retrain or update skills, pursue personal interests, or broaden horizons, attending either full or part-time. Oregon Coast offers credit and non-credit courses at its campuses in Lincoln City, Newport, and Waldport.
School Highlights
Oregon Coast Community College serves 427 students (41% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 74%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 427 students
- In-state tuition: $3,816
- Out-state tuition: $7,959
- Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
- Minority enrollment: 91%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Oregon Coast Community College
(OR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
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
67 staff
192 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Oregon Coast Community College has declined by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has decreased from 7:1 over five years.
The Oregon Coast Community College diversity score of 0.53 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
427 students
903 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
# Full-Time Students
176 students
210 students
# Part-Time Students
251 students
693 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
311 students
278 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
176 students
210 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
136 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
251 students
693 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
68 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
270 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
3%
% Asian
1%
4%
% Hispanic
n/a
8%
% Black
12%
12%
% White
9%
26%
% Hawaiian
66%
38%
% Two or more races
11%
8%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
Diversity Score
0.53
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2059%
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)
$31,000
$33,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,816 is less than the state average of $4,166. The in-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,959 is more than the state average of $6,762. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,816
$4,166
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,959
$6,762
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
79%
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,405
$12,875
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,875
$6,334
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Oregon Coast Community College cost?
Oregon Coast Community College's tuition is approximately $3,816 for In-State students and $7,959 for Out-State students.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Oregon Coast Community College is Phagans Beauty College (36.1 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Students
Phagans Beauty College
Private for-profit
1565 SW 53rd Street
Corvallis, OR 97333
(541) 753-6466
Corvallis, OR 97333
(541) 753-6466
36.1 miles
| 58 students
6500 Pacific Blvd SW
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 917-4999
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 917-4999
45.8 miles
| 4,190 students
Phagans School of Beauty
Private for-profit
622 Lancaster Dr NE
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 363-6800
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 363-6800
57.8 miles
| 42 students
College of Hair Design Careers
Private for-profit
1684 Clay St NE
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 588-5888
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 588-5888
58.2 miles
| 79 students
4000 Lancaster Dr NE
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-5000
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-5000
59.2 miles
| 18,000 students
Recent Articles
What are Community Colleges Doing with Labor Department Grants?
The article explores how community colleges are utilizing Labor Department grants, particularly the TAACCCT program, to develop workforce training programs. It highlights various initiatives across different states, focusing on industry-specific training and skill development in emerging sectors.
For-Profit Universities Looking to Partner with Community Colleges
This article examines the trend of for-profit universities, particularly the University of Phoenix, seeking partnerships with community colleges. It discusses the potential benefits and controversies surrounding these collaborations, focusing on transfer agreements and workforce training programs.
New Analysis Shows How California Community Colleges Could Cut Millions in Spending
The article discusses a California Watch analysis revealing potential savings in California's community college system through administrative consolidation. It explores the implications of such cost-cutting measures and the challenges in implementing them within the state's education system.
