School Highlights
Umpqua Community College serves 3,390 students (24% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 47%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 3,390 students
- In-state tuition: $3,990
- Out-state tuition: $8,514
- Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
- Minority enrollment: 29%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Umpqua Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 268 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Umpqua Community College
(OR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/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
268 staff
192 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Umpqua Community College has grown by 37% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The Umpqua Community College diversity score of 0.47 is less than the state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has grown by 34% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,390 students
729 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1

# Full-Time Students
801 students
310 students

# Part-Time Students
2,589 students
2,153 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
339 students
339 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
801 students
310 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
193 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,589 students
2,153 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
153 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
76 students
270 students

% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%

% Asian
2%
5%

% Hispanic
13%
20%

% Black
2%
3%

% White
71%
53%

% Hawaiian
n/a
1%

% Two or more races
6%
5%

% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
4%
11%


Diversity Score
0.47
0.66

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2457%
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)
$33,800
$33,800

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,990 is less than the state average of $4,172. The in-state tuition has declined by 24% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,514 is more than the state average of $6,738. The out-state tuition has grown by 60% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,990
$4,172

Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,514
$6,738

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
90%
79%

Median Debt for Graduates
$7,881
$12,875

Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$6,334

Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- The college was established by a vote of greater Douglas County residents in 1964 and conducted classes in various rented facilities in Roseburg for the first few years. Since its founding as a post-secondary education facility it has grown and changed to meet the diverse needs of the community. More than 15,000 students take one or more classes each year, for a full-time equivalent (FTE) of about 2,600 full-time students. Umpqua Community College is one of the most picturesque colleges in the country, nestled between beautiful tree-studded hills and overlooking a large bend in the North Umpqua River. Natural volcanic rock and rustic, cedar shake architecture grace the 14 campus buildings located on a 100-acre plot of land six miles north of Roseburg. UCC Campus easy access and mild year-around climate complement the scenic beauty of the campus. As a comprehensive community college, Umpqua Community College provides the first two years of a baccalaureate degree, professional-technical programs, adult basic education/GED, and community education. The college strives to work with individual students so that educational goals and dreams can be realized. Our primary focus is to foster student success by creating access and excellence in all programs and services offered at Umpqua Community College. Umpqua Community College is organized into four academic divisions namely Business and Industry, Health and Safety Services, Math, Science, and Learning Skills and Liberal Arts.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Umpqua Community College cost?
Umpqua Community College's tuition is approximately $3,990 for In-State students and $8,514 for Out-State students.
What is Umpqua Community College's ranking?
Umpqua Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Oregon for: Percent of students receiving financial aid and Least debt for graduating students.
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