Looking for an affordable, high-quality college experience? Southwestern Oregon Community College (SWOCC) is now accepting applications for the 2025-26 academic year! Whether we met you at a recent college fair or you’re just starting to explore your options, now is the perfect time to see what makes SWOCC a great place to start your educational journey.
Why Southwestern? Here’s what we offer…
- No out-of-state tuition! Study at a beautiful coastal campus without paying extra fees as an out-of-state student.
- Apartment-style student housing—live comfortably right on campus, with lakefront views!
- Active campus life: It’s easy to get involved in student clubs and organizations and meet new friends.
- Diverse community: Meet students from 40 states and 35 countries!
- Top-notch facilities: Study in our new Umpqua Health & Science building and recently renovated Coaledo and Sumner Halls.
- Small classes, qualified instructors: Get personalized attention from experienced instructors (NOT teacher aides) who genuinely want you to succeed.
- Largest athletics program of any community college in the Northwest!
- Scholarships and tuition breaks: Ask us about scholarships and opportunities for free tuition!
For a full list of academic programs and degrees, explore our pathways and degrees page.
Considering a career in the Culinary Arts?
If your passion is in cooking or baking, our Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) provides a boutique-style, hands-on training experience that’s unmatched. Small class sizes mean you get personal attention from experienced, award-winning chefs. You’ll be in the kitchen almost every day, developing the skills you need to succeed in the culinary world.
OCCI’s competitive culinary and ice teams have won national championships in 2022, 2020, and 2019, giving students the chance to showcase their talents and travel the world. Start your culinary career on the Oregon Coast!
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Application for Admission
Not quite ready to apply, but curious to learn more?
Choose the option that works best for you:
- Schedule a visit and let us show you what your student life would be like here at Southwestern
- Text “SWOCCBOUND” or call 541-240-8227
- Email swoccbound@socc.edu
- Complete this form and we’ll get back to you
Whatever your future plans, we’re here to help you achieve them. We hope to hear from you soon!
