Southwestern Oregon Community College Oregon

Small public community college in coastal Oregon serving 1,489 students with low tuition and flexible transfer pathways.

College statistics

Address:
1988 Newmark Ave
Coos Bay, OR
97420
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.socc.edu/
Setting:
Town
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Southwestern Oregon Community College is a public two-year institution located in Coos Bay, Oregon, a small coastal town in the southwestern part of the state. The college serves the local region and surrounding areas with accessible, transfer-focused education and workforce training programs rooted in liberal arts and sciences.

Annual tuition is $4,880 for both in-state and out-of-state students, with a total cost of attendance (including room and board) of $13,406. The college enrolls approximately 1,489 students and maintains a small, community-oriented campus environment.

SOCC functions primarily as a transfer pathway to four-year universities, making it well-suited for students seeking an affordable entry point to higher education or those unsure about their academic direction before committing to a bachelor's degree program. Prospective students should visit www.socc.edu/ to learn about specific program offerings, student support services, and transfer agreements with Oregon universities.