C
Average
Score: 51/100

Chemeketa Community College

4-Year Public
📍 Salem, Oregon 97305
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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 22%
Outcomes
C
46/100
Affordability
B+
74/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

7,433
Total Enrollment
22%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,455
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Chemeketa Community College

29% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,141 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$425,481
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,598
1-Year Change
+1.9%
For parents & investors

The Chemeketa Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $425,481
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,598/mo

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🏆 Where Chemeketa Community College Ranks

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

🥉
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant
of 5 schools
#5
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Speech or Language Impairments
of 5 schools
#20
Child Care and Support Services Management
of 42 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,545 $12,240

Financial Aid

89%
Receive Any Aid
50%
Receive Pell Grants
20%
Take Out Loans
$8,455
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,562
$30,001 - $48,000$7,162
$48,001 - $75,000$8,960
$75,001 - $110,000$12,806
$110,001+$14,741

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 538 grads/yr General Studies 208 grads/yr Child Care and Support Services Management 66 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 58 grads/yr Education/Teaching of Individuals with Speech or Language Impairments 58 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 38 grads/yr Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General 38 grads/yr Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant 34 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 32 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 30 grads/yr Hospitality Administration/Management, General 28 grads/yr Fire Science/Fire-fighting 27 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 23 grads/yr Accounting 21 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 21 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 19 grads/yr Taxation 17 grads/yr Pharmacy Technician/Assistant 17 grads/yr Building/Home/Construction Inspection/Inspector 15 grads/yr Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism 15 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Family and consumer sciences teachers, postsecondary
$77k/yr 3,200 jobs
Preschool teachers, except special education
$37k/yr 555,100 jobs
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer and information research scientists
$141k/yr 40,300 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Computer network architects
$130k/yr 179,200 jobs
Computer occupations, all other
$109k/yr 472,000 jobs

Student Demographics

7,433
Total Students
55%
Women
60%
Traditional Age (18-24)
29%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 51%
Hispanic 33%
Black 1%
Asian 3%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 29%
With Family 71%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,141 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 44%
Hybrid (Some Online) 29%
Fully Online 27%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 60%
25-64 (Adult) 33%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Chemeketa 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 Chemeketa Community College?
Tuition at Chemeketa Community College is $4,545 for in-state students and $12,240 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,455.
What is the graduation rate at Chemeketa Community College?
The graduation rate at Chemeketa Community College is 22%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Chemeketa Community College a good school?
Chemeketa Community College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): 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 Chemeketa Community College?
Chemeketa Community College has a total enrollment of 7,433 students.
Is there rental demand near Chemeketa Community College?
Yes! Approximately 29% of students at Chemeketa Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,141 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Salem area.

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