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Columbia Gorge Community College

The Dalles, OR·Public·https://www.cgcc.edu/

Campus Identity

Ski TownVery Safe

Columbia Gorge Community College is a public community college in The Dalles, OR. Ski resorts are within 29 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Columbia Gorge Community College is a public community college in The Dalles, OR. Ski resorts are within 29 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$4,032
In-State Tuition
+$720 fees
$8,748
Out-of-State Tuition
+$720 fees
$7,341
Room & Board
10 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Town setting

Beach Access

133 miles

Rockaway Beach, OR

Weather

Warm Climate

48°F avg school-year

Ski Town

50 skiable acres2 lifts
29 mi away
2,150 skiable acres12 lifts
1,415 skiable acres8 lifts

Nearest Beach

Rockaway Beach, OR

Ocean access within 133.5 miles

133 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · The Dalles, OR

36°Jan40°Feb46°Mar52°Apr60°May66°Jun73°Jul73°Aug65°Sep53°Oct42°Nov36°Dec

Station: THE DALLES · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

100/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

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

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$4,032$8,748
Fees
$720$720
Room & Board
$7,341$7,341
Total
$12,093$16,809
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 10 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

20 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
86 grads/yr$48,548
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
19 grads/yr$100,430
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and InspectionCertificate
11 grads/yr
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/TechniciansAssociate's
10 grads/yr
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
9 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's19 grads$100,430
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's86 grads$48,548
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Certificate5 grads$45,558
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection
Certificate11 grads
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
Associate's10 grads
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
Certificate9 grads
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
Certificate4 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Certificate1 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's1 grads
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services
Certificate1 grads

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 Columbia Gorge Community College located?

Columbia Gorge Community College is located in The Dalles, OR. The main campus address is 400 E Scenic Dr, The Dalles, OR. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Columbia Gorge Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Columbia Gorge Community College charges $4,032/year for in-state students and $8,748/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($7,341/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $16,809/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Columbia Gorge Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Columbia Gorge Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Columbia Gorge Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,748/year out-of-state), campus culture in The Dalles, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Columbia Gorge Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Columbia Gorge Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
The Dalles, OR
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 48°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Dallesport / The Dalles, OR (DLS) · 2 mialso TTD (59 mi), PDX (68 mi)

Location

The Dalles, OR

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.