Southwestern is a small college of approximately 1200 full time students with emphasis put on building personal relationships to include the health and well being of our students. Class sizes are small with most having 20-30 students. Southwestern offers 14 lettered sports, intramural activities, and many campus clubs. Students will find it easy to transfer to any university of their choice. Earning a transfer-degree is made easier thanks to our helpful and dedicated staff. Southwestern offers many resources including multiple computer labs, writing centers, math centers, and tutors available for any subject. Many students choose Southwestern for its location, college environment, student housing, safety, and low cost.

The mission of Southwestern Oregon Community College is to provide quality education that helps students achieve their goals. Our programs prepare people to be employable, value life-long learning, and function as good citizens in a rapidly changing world. To accomplish this mission, the college will: •Maintain high standards of excellence in instructional programs and student services. •Deliver real-world education and training essential for a highly skilled workforce. •Encourage diversity, collegiality, and professionalism. •Collaborate with businesses, agencies, schools, and university to create mutually beneficial partnerships for economic, social, and educational development. •Promote technological competence to compete in a global community. •Provide multiple avenues of access to educational opportunities for al students. •Enhance the cultural awareness of students and the community at large.

Southwestern Oregon Community College is located in the heart of Oregon’s scenic south coast, an area known for its miles of open public beaches, vast forests, clear lakes, fish-filled rivers, immense sand dunes, abundant wildlife and boundless recreational opportunities. The 153-acre campus lies completely within the city of Coos Bay and is bordered on the north and east by the city of North Bend. Located on the shore of Empire Lakes in a natural tract of majestic fir trees, the College provides students with a safe, peaceful environment in which to study with access to many recreational activities.

Southwestern’s academic schedule is based on the quarter system. There are three quarters (Fall, Winter, Spring) in the academic year and one quarter (Summer) during the full calendar year. Southwestern enrolls students during each of the 4 quarters. For specific dates and times please visit our website at: www.socc.edu

Southwestern offers over 90 transferable degree types and several 1-year certificates. Southwestern offers transfer degrees such as the Oregon Associate of Arts transfer degree, an Associate of Applied Science degree, or an Associate of General Studies degree. No matter which school you plan to transfer Southwestern has the degree you are looking for.

Southwestern’s average class size is 25-30 students. The maximum class size is 40 students.

All faculty have masters degrees with many having PhD’s. Southwestern has a diverse faculty and staff with various backgrounds and experiences.

Southwestern is a great place to begin your academic studies. We offer many transfer degree types including our most popular: Accounting Art Biology Business Administration Computer Science Culinary Culinary Arts Baking and Pastry Education (Elementary/Secondary) General Sciences Music Nursing Theater Arts

Southwestern has on-campus housing! Our on-campus apartment-style student housing is required for all students from out-of-district and under the age of 21. Student housing offers a chance for students to achieve academic goals and to live and share experiences with other students in a community setting. A meal plan is included in the fees for student housing. Each room includes: •FREE high-speed internet connection •FREE cable television connection •FREE unlimited local phone calls

Southwestern offers free tutoring labs in any subject including our most popular areas of need; writing and math. At Southwestern you will have an academic advisor and career advisor to help you with your most important decisions. The international student department also offers mentoring, assistance with jobs, studies, advising, as well as transportation.

2006-2007 Yearly Cost Estimates: Tuition and Fees:$9,240;Books:$840; Room & Board:$6,160.00; Personal Expenses:$500; Health Insurance:$513; Other:$500 TOTAL:$17,753.00 Southwestern also offers scholarships! Please e-mail the International Student Office at: isp@socc.edu for more information.

Admissions are made easy thanks to the helpful staff in the International Student department. Each applicant is encouraged to visit our website and download the International Application. Please mail it to the address provided. Southwestern does offer conditional acceptance letters!