Is Central Oregon Community College worth it?
Central Oregon Community College is a public, two-year institution in Bend, Oregon (midsize city). It awarded 820 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, medical assistant and registered nursing.
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Federal context for Central Oregon Community College
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Median earnings 1 year after
$39,972
Median earnings 4 years after
$50,974
Median earnings 10 years after
$38,940
Average net price
$12,266
Completion rate
25%
Completions (2024)
820
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
3,789
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $29,560 | $44,031 | 159 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $82,582 | $90,769 | 63 |
| Air Transportation | Associate | $48,594 | N/A | 29 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Associate | $37,992 | $42,792 | 21 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $74,698 | $95,233 | 21 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Undergraduate certificate | $39,674 | $43,363 | 18 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Forestry | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Forestry | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 334 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 86 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 51 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Associate | 49 |
| Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew | Associate | 40 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Associate | 24 |
| Fire Science/Fire-fighting | Associate | 21 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant | Associate | 15 |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Associate | 15 |
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 12 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 32% | 2,360 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 10% | 764 |
| Retail Trade | 10% | 735 |
| Public Administration | 7% | 537 |
| Manufacturing | 6% | 474 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 386 |
| Educational Services | 5% | 345 |
| Construction | 4% | 297 |
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Sources: federal figures for Central Oregon Community College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Oregon. Counts under 10 are not published.
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