The mission of Southwestern Oregon Community College is to provide quality education that helps students achieve their goals. Our programs prepare people to be employable, value life-long learning, and function as good citizens in a rapidly changing world.
School Highlights
Southwestern Oregon Community College serves 1,490 students (53% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 74%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 1,490 students
In-state tuition: $5,355
Out-state tuition: $5,355
Student:teacher ratio: 5:1
Minority enrollment: 93%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Southwestern Oregon Community College has declined by 27% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 has decreased from 7:1 over five years.
The Southwestern Oregon Community College diversity score of 0.50 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has declined by 12% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,490 students
903 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
15:1
# Full-Time Students
797 students
210 students
# Part-Time Students
693 students
693 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
135 students
278 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
797 students
210 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
136 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
693 students
693 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
68 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
396 students
270 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
3%
% Asian
1%
4%
% Hispanic
1%
8%
% Black
14%
12%
% White
7%
26%
% Hawaiian
69%
38%
% Two or more races
5%
8%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
1%
1%
Diversity Score
0.50
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3243%
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)
$31,700
$33,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,355 is more than the state average of $4,166. The in-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,355 is less than the state average of $6,762. The out-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,355
$4,166
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,355
$6,762
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
79%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,900
$12,875
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,334
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
Southwestern delivers real-world education and training essential
for a highly skilled workforce. Southwestern is located within two
miles of the Pacific Ocean in an area of scenic beauty and mild
climate. The 153-acre institution lies completely within the city
of Coos Bay and is bordered on the north and east by the city of
North Bend. Southwestern offers Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer,
Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, One year
certificates of completion and less than one year certificates of
completion. Southwestern Oregon Community College (Southwestern) is
accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Northwest
Association of Schools and Colleges.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southwestern Oregon Community College cost?
Southwestern Oregon Community College's tuition is approximately $5,355 for In-State students and $5,355 for Out-State students.
What is Southwestern Oregon Community College's ranking?
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 1,490 students
In-state tuition: $5,355
Out-state tuition: $5,355
Student:teacher ratio: 5:1
Minority enrollment: 93%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
