Central Oregon Community College SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
With a 100% acceptance rate, COCC gives you a clear path in. The bigger strategy is making a strong first-year plan: its 62% freshman retention rate means course choices, advising, and support matter. Since testing is optional, use SAT or ACT scores only when they serve your goals.
Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.
Central Oregon Community College facts and stats
Central Oregon Community College enrolls 4,332 undergraduate students in an urban campus setting. COCC has a freshman retention rate of 62%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 14:1.
Bend, OR

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Key Central Oregon Community College application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
Offered
Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
September 1
Financial Aid Priority
September 1
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to test-optional COCC, take your first SAT or ACT by spring of junior year and reserve the summer and fall for retakes that could improve your score or superscore. Since COCC does not offer Early Decision or Early Action, a fall senior-year retake is typically the last testing window likely to arrive in time for Regular Decision.
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What you'll actually pay
COCC’s in-state tuition is $7,740, while out-of-state tuition is $16,065. About 56% of students receive aid, with an average merit award of $2,100. Submit the FAFSA by the September 1 priority deadline to be considered for financial aid.

COCC’s out-of-state tuition is $16,065, compared with $7,740 for in-state tuition, and room and board adds about $13,308. Financial aid helps lower costs for many students: 56% receive aid, with an average package of $10,337. Merit awards average $2,100, so students should compare their aid offer against the full cost before deciding.
Student life at Central Oregon Community College
9% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: No guarantee
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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