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The Dalles, OR is home to Columbia Gorge Community College. The Dalles is a self-contained town. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Columbia Gorge Community College go up to the Associate's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in nursing and emergency medicine and liberal arts.
Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.
The school has 920 enrolled students (as of 2007). A large number of students at Columbia Gorge Community College are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Columbia Gorge Community College builds dreams and transforms lives by providing lifelong educational programs that strengthen our community."
More complete details are provided below.
Columbia Gorge Community College
400 E Scenic Dr
The Dalles, OR 97058
General Phone: (541) 506-6000
http://www.cgcc.cc.or.us
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 75 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 40 | registered nursing |
| Office And Administration | 5 | administrative assistant |
| Business And Management | 5 | accounting, business management, MIS |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 4 | criminal justice and safety |
| Engineering Technician | 1 | electronics tech |
| Family And Social Work | 1 | child care management |
| Education And Teaching | 0 | teacher aide |
| Medicine | 0 | gerontology |
Number of programs and degrees for Columbia Gorge Community College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 100 | 9 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 31 | 8 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 0 | 1 |
In 2007, Columbia Gorge Community College had a total enrollment of 920 students (543 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 78% |
| Black | 0% |
| Hispanic | 8% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 11% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 19% |
| 20-21 | 11% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 13% |
| 50-64 | 9% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Oregon | 74% |
| Washington | 26% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 46 % |
| Part-Time | 24 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Rowena, Oregon for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Oregon Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,628 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 2,628 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,440 |
Financial Aid:
Columbia Gorge Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 321312)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 10 | 8 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 10 | $48,817 | 8 | $52,450 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 10 | $48,817 | 8 | $52,450 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Management Information Systems, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Teacher Assistant/Aide
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care and Support Services Management
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Columbia Gorge Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 10% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library
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