At a Glance
Clatsop Community College is a small public community college in Astoria, OR. Approximately 493 undergraduates are enrolled. The campus sits in a beach town, just 7 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 82/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Location
Astoria, OR
Campus Identity
Clatsop Community College is a small public community college in Astoria, OR. Approximately 493 undergraduates are enrolled. The campus sits in a beach town, just 7 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 82/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
Clatsop Community College is a under 1,000, small-town school. The campus is 7 miles from Columbia Beach, OR and 116 miles from Mt. Hood Skibowl.
School Size & Setting
Under 1,000
Town setting
Beach Access
7 miles
Columbia Beach, OR
Weather
Warm Climate
49°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Clatsop Community College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Mt. Hood Skibowl, 116 miles away with 10 lifts and 960 skiable acres. All are within 118 miles of campus.
Oregon
Oregon
Beach Town
Students at Clatsop Community College are 7 miles from Columbia Beach, OR, putting the coast within easy reach any day of the week.
Columbia Beach, OR
Ocean access within 7.1 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Astoria, OR
Astoria has a cool climate, with winters averaging 43°F in Dec and summers peaking around 61°F in Aug.
Station: ASTORIA AIRPORT PORT OF · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Clatsop Community College in OR earns a composite safety score of 82/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,110 | $9,610 |
| Fees | $450 | $450 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $5,560 | $10,060 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
19 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Clatsop Community College located?
Clatsop Community College is located in Astoria, OR. The main campus address is 1651 Lexington Avenue, Astoria, OR. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.
How many students attend Clatsop Community College?
Clatsop Community College enrolls 493 undergraduates. That figure counts degree-seeking undergraduate students across all years, not just the incoming class, and it excludes graduate students. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend Clatsop Community College?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Clatsop Community College charges $5,110/year for in-state students and $9,610/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost is approximately $8,010/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $10,548/year — what students actually pay. Use Clatsop Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is Clatsop Community College the right fit for me?
Whether Clatsop Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($10,548/year after aid), campus culture in Astoria, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Clatsop Community College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Clatsop Community College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- Astoria, OR
- Size
- Under 1,000
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 49°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 82/100
- Nearest Airport
- Astoria, OR (AST) · 3 mialso KLS (45 mi), HQM (55 mi)