C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
38/100 · earnings-weighted

Central Oregon Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Bend, Oregon 97703
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 25%
Outcomes
D
42/100
Affordability
B
67/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
B
66/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

4,053
Total Enrollment
25%
Graduation Rate
59%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,969
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Central Oregon Community College ▼

29% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$1,014,797
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,749
1-Year Change
+1.4%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Central Oregon Community College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$38,940
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$34,939
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,000
Median debt at graduation
25.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
29.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 31% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 38th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OR wage index 0.99). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Central Oregon Community College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Fire Protection—$96,494+31%#2 of 25#3—
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$74,698$95,233+46%#16 of 560#9—
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$82,582$90,769+12%#177 of 962#208$20,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations—$57,555+18%#84 of 547#71$11,322
Air Transportation$48,594————$16,419
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$29,560$44,031+-0%#408 of 947#446$11,500
Criminal Justice and Corrections$37,992$42,792-8%#315 of 426#290—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Central Oregon Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $1,014,797
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,749/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 97703 (2.1% cap, Bend)

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🏆 Where Central Oregon Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#26
Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew
of 30 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $6,012 $12,492
Total Cost (On-Campus) $25,287 $31,767

Financial Aid

84%
Receive Any Aid
38%
Receive Pell Grants
33%
Take Out Loans
$8,969
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,752
$30,001 - $48,000$9,727
$48,001 - $75,000$12,300
$75,001 - $110,000$14,315
$110,001+$13,603

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 334 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 93 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 51 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 49 grads/yr Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew 40 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 25 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 25 grads/yr Fire Science/Fire-fighting 21 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 17 grads/yr Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant 15 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 15 grads/yr Welding Engineering Technology/Technician 14 grads/yr Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage 12 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 12 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 11 grads/yr Geographic Information Science and Cartography 8 grads/yr Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician 7 grads/yr Alternative Fuel Vehicle Technology/Technician 7 grads/yr Construction Trades, General 7 grads/yr Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef 7 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Central Oregon Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Medical assistants
$44k/yr 811,000 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs

Student Demographics

4,053
Total Students
54%
Women
56%
Traditional Age (18-24)
29%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 67%
Hispanic 14%
Black 1%
Asian 2%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 19%
Off-Campus (Renters) 29%
With Family 52%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,192 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 55%
Hybrid (Some Online) 27%
Fully Online 17%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 56%
25-64 (Adult) 34%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Central Oregon Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Central Oregon Community College?
Tuition at Central Oregon Community College is $6,012 for in-state students and $12,492 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,969.
What is the graduation rate at Central Oregon Community College?
The graduation rate at Central Oregon Community College is 25%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Central Oregon Community College a good school?
Central Oregon Community College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Central Oregon Community College?
Central Oregon Community College has a total enrollment of 4,053 students.
Is there rental demand near Central Oregon Community College?
Yes! Approximately 29% of students at Central Oregon Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,192 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Bend area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology