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Southwestern Oregon Community College

Coos Bay, OR·Public·www.socc.edu/

Campus Identity

Beach Town

Southwestern Oregon Community College is a public community college in Coos Bay, OR. The campus sits in a beach town, just 3 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 61/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Southwestern Oregon Community College is a public community college in Coos Bay, OR. The campus sits in a beach town, just 3 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 61/100 (Pretty 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)
$4,514
In-State Tuition
+$1,933 fees
$4,514
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,933 fees
$8,526
Room & Board
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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

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Beach Access

3 miles

Coos Bay, OR

Ski Access

112 miles

Willamette Pass Resort

Weather

Warm Climate

51°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

112 mi away
555 skiable acres5 lifts
116 mi away
240 skiable acres5 lifts
135 mi away
4,323 skiable acres15 lifts

Beach Town

Coos Bay, OR

Ocean access within 2.6 miles

3 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Coos Bay, OR

47°Jan48°Feb49°Mar50°Apr54°May57°Jun60°Jul60°Aug59°Sep55°Oct50°Nov47°Dec

Station: NORTH BEND SOUTHWEST OREGON REGIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

61/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety834332
83/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
43/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
32/100
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
$4,514$4,514
Fees
$1,933$1,933
Room & Board
$8,526$8,526
Total
$14,973$14,973
In-StateOut-of-State

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

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Fields of Study

53 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
176 grads/yr$43,715
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
68 grads/yr
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
46 grads/yr$49,119
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
46 grads/yr$80,990
Culinary Arts and Related ServicesCertificate
24 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's46 grads$80,990
Precision Metal Working
Certificate46 grads$49,119
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's176 grads$43,715
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate68 grads
Culinary Arts and Related Services
Certificate24 grads
Culinary Arts and Related Services
Associate's20 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Certificate12 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's12 grads
Fire Protection
Certificate8 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate8 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 Southwestern Oregon Community College located?

Southwestern Oregon Community College is located in Coos Bay, OR. The main campus address is 1988 Newmark Ave, Coos Bay, OR. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Southwestern Oregon Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Southwestern Oregon Community College charges $4,514/year for in-state students and $4,514/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($8,526/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $14,973/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Southwestern Oregon Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Southwestern Oregon Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Southwestern Oregon Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($4,514/year out-of-state), campus culture in Coos Bay, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Southwestern Oregon Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Coos Bay, OR
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 51°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
61/100
Nearest Airport
North Bend, OR (OTH) · 2 mialso EUG (72 mi), ONP (82 mi)

Location

Coos Bay, 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.