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Oregon Coast Community College, OCCC, was founded on May 19, 1987, by the Lincoln County voters. Its central campus is located in Newport, Oregon, and two other campuses are located in Lincoln City, and Waldport, Oregon. The college awards associate's degrees in arts, general studies, and applied science. It also offers certificate courses in aquarium science, employment skills training, and retail management. In addition, students of OCCC can opt for distance education courses.
Oregon Coast Community College is a member of the Phi Theta Kappa Society. Students are also involved in various other on-campus clubs and organizations including the Aquanauts, OCCC's Student Nurses Organization, and Associated Student Government. OCCC students publish a literary and visual arts journal called "Waves".
Newport, OR is home to Oregon Coast Community College. Newport is a self-contained town. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Oregon Coast Community College go up to the Associate's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in science, nursing and emergency medicine, and liberal arts.
Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.
The school has 507 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). A large number of students at Oregon Coast Community College are 40 years old or older.
More complete details are provided below.
Oregon Coast Community College
332 SW Coast Hwy
Newport, OR 97365-4928
General Phone: (541) 265-2283
http://www.occc.cc.or.us
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 32 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 32 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse, EMT paramedic |
| Science | 12 | marine biology |
| Education and Teaching | 0 | education of speech impaired |
| Business and Management | 0 | accounting technology |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 0 | fire-fighting, criminal justice and police |
| Engineering Technician | 0 | drafting, electronics tech |
| Hospitality | 0 | hospitality management |
| Family and Social Work | 0 | social work |
Number of programs and degrees for Oregon Coast Community College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 54 | 10 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 22 | 7 |
In 2007-2008, Oregon Coast Community College had a total enrollment of 507 students (306 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 88% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 3% |
| Unknown | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 10% |
| 18-19 | 12% |
| 20-21 | 8% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 13% |
| 50-64 | 11% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Oregon | 97% |
| Nevada | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 33 % |
| Part-Time | 39 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Newport, 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 | $ 3,155 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,445 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,600 |
Financial Aid:
Oregon Coast Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 321805)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 2 | 5 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 2 | * | 5 | $56,777 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 2 | * | 5 | $56,777 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education/Teaching Individuals - Speech or Language Impairments
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
SCIENCE
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Fire Science/Fire-fighting
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Oregon Coast Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 7% |  |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library
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