Skip to content
CollegeRanker
Colleges / OR / Bend
Central Oregon Community College logo

Central Oregon Community College

Public Bend, OR · Urban · Far West · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
25%
Graduation Rate
$38,940
Earnings (10yr)
$12,266
Net Price
3,789
Enrollment

Find Your Program

Match With an Accredited Program Accepting Applicants

Explore accredited programs — fast, free, no obligation.

✓ Accredited programs ✓ 100% free ✓ No obligation

Overview

With an enrollment of 3,789 students, Central Oregon Community College in Bend caters to those seeking a practical education that can lead directly to career opportunities. The standout programs here include Humanities, Health Professions, Business & Marketing, Transportation, and Computer Science & IT. This variety allows students to dive into fields that not only interest them but also have clear pathways to employment.

Looking at outcomes, students who graduate from Central Oregon Community College earn an average of $38,940 within ten years. While the graduation rate sits at 25%, many graduates find their footing in the workforce, particularly in growing sectors like health and technology. The affordability factor is important too; with a net price of $12,266 and a Pell Grant rate of 29%, many students manage to graduate with a manageable financial burden.

In terms of the financial bottom line, the median debt for graduates is $12,000, which is fairly reasonable. This makes it accessible for a range of students. Those who tend to thrive here are often motivated individuals looking for a hands-on approach to learning, eager to enter the job market quickly and efficiently. Central Oregon Community College is a solid choice for those ready to balance education with real-world application.

Rankings

How Central Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation25%Earnings 10yr$39KNet Price$12KRetention62%Median Debt$12KPell Grant Rate29%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$9K$0-30K$11K$30-48K$14K$48-75K$17K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%1104.3%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1034.0%MOBILITY114.18%

Cost & Financial Aid

$5,049
In-State Tuition
$13,545
Out-of-State
$12,266
Avg Net Price
$12,000
Median Debt
29%
Pell Grant Rate
22%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$8,888
Family Income $0–$30K
$10,620
Family Income $30K–$48K
$13,827
Family Income $48K–$75K
$17,265
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$34,939
6 Years After Entry
$35,591
8 Years
$38,940
10 Years
0.31x
Debt-to-Earnings
47%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$34,939 6yr $35,591 8yr $38,940 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

114.18%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1034.0%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1104.3%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$68,200
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.94
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.06
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
6.4%
Volunteering Rate
0.98
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 62%
Full-Time Faculty 42%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,967
Diversity Index 0.52
First-Gen Students 39%

Top Programs

Humanities 41%
Health Professions 26%
Business & Marketing 7%
Transportation 5%
Computer Science & IT 3%
Criminal Justice 3%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 3%
Culinary & Personal Services 2%