Southwestern's campussits on the shores ofbeautiful Empire Lakes.

Choosing which college to attend is one ofthe most important decisions you will make.We encourage you to visit the campus to see for yourself what life at Southwestern is all about. Tour our facilities and visit our on-campus housing. If you are interested in our athletic programs meet with coaches and other student-athletes.

Most importantly, you can experience the intangible spirit that makes Southwestern Oregon Community College a special place forstudents to fulfill their potential and live their dreams.

The Southwestern Advantage:� No out-of-state tuition � Apartment-style on-campus student housing� Beautiful campus close to beaches, lakes, rivers and sand dunes

� 18 athletic teams in 11 sports � Average class size is 23 students

Schedule a Campus Visit nowCall 541-888-1595

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The beachis our

backyard!

Recreation

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.

Oregon’s south coast is also rich in culture and history with theatrical groups, art galleries, libraries

and museums.

Organized sports on and off-campus include softball, basketball, volleyball, baseball, soccer, track, golf,

wrestling, cross country, swimming and bowling leagues. Fitness facilities include Southwestern’s Student

Recreation Center with a climbing wall, raquetball, machine and free weights, aerobic equipment, dance and

activity rooms, and a basketball court. Additional facilities include tennis courts, ball fields, track and artificial

turf field for soccer, field hockey, ultimate Frisbee®, and more. North Bend and Coos Bay offer community

pools, ball fields and tennis courts. Private facilities include swimming, gymnastics and dance.

Community

Southwestern’s campus is packed full of action with lots of organized student activities throughout the year.

Some of these include movie nights, bowling, trips to the snow for boarding and skiing, white water rafting

trips, Monday Night Football parties, barbecues, concerts, comedians, magicians and the bash of the year,

SpringFest.

Campus Activities

Recreation on the Oregon coast is everywhere: ATV off-road activities, hiking, biking, fishing, crabbing, hunting,

sailing, water skiing, surfing, skim boarding, windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking and rafting to list only a few. Fact

is, part of our campus is a Lake! Southwestern sits right on the shore of Empire Lake giving students easy

access to numerous water activities.

Welcome to Coos Bay

All courses at Southwestern aretaught by experienced Professors,not teaching assistants.

How does Southwestern compare to a state university in course offerings?

Average annual tuition and general fees for a full-time student carrying 12 credits per term

(average costs based on 10 Oregon private colleges and 7 state universities for 2016-2017).

Private colleges $ 46,900

State colleges and universities $ 10,137

Southwestern Oregon Community College $ 4,842

All students are assigned an academic advisor to assist them in the degree selection process and provide

ongoing assistance until completion of their chosen program.

The College’s counseling center has excellent personnel to help match students with the resources to meet

their individual needs. Southwestern offers tutoring, supplementary instruction, writing labs, math labs, quiet

study rooms, financial aid workshops and a course for freshmen in college success.

It's Your Education

It's Academic

Students enjoy the Recreation Centerfor free!

American Sign Language

American Welding Society

Biology

Campus Crusade for Christ

Culinary

Di Ghosties

Education

Fishing

Gaming

Gay-Straight Alliance

Geology

Golden Z (service)

Jr. Chamber of Commerce

Music

Nursing

Phi Theta Kappa

Rugby

Student Support Services

It’s Southwestern Oregon Community College’s goal to provide a meaningful internship experience for every

student. A successful internship combines classroom theory with practical experience in the workplace.

Tuition at Southwestern is the same for in-state and out-of-state students.

Tuition for the 2017-2018 academic year is $92 per credit (plus fees).

Students working toward a degree or certificate at Southwestern are eligible for financial aid.

Types of aid include:

Grants – Pell, SEOG, Oregon Opportunity Grant

Employment – Federal Work-Study, General Student Employment, Athletic Work-Study

Loans – Federal Stafford loans, Federal PLUS loans, alternative loans

Tuition Scholarships – Over 150 awarded per year

Other Scholarships – Nearly 200 awarded per year

Classes at Southwestern are kept small to ensure students have adequate contact with instructors. Normal

size for lecture and discussion classes is 25-30; math, writing and speech classes have 20-25 students; and

laboratories have 15-25 students.

Class Size

Costs

Internships

Clubs

This is what some of our classrooms look like.

ProgramsARTS & HUMANITIESAssociate of Arts Oregon TransferAssociate of General StudiesOregon Transfer Module

BUSINESSAccounting, AASAdministrative Office Professional, AASBusiness, ASOT-BusBusiness Management/Entrepreneurship, AASCareer/Technical, AAS

CULINARY & BAKINGBaking & Pastry Arts, AASBaking Management, AASCulinary Arts, AASCulinary Management, AAS

EDUCATIONChild Ed/Family Studies, ASChild Ed/Family Studies AASElementary Ed, AS Transfer

HEALTH CAREMedical Assistant, AASNursing, AAS

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYComputer Info Systems, AAS

NATURAL RESOURCESForestry, ASNatural Resources, AS

PUBLIC SAFETYCriminal Justice, AAS and ASParamedicine, AASFire Science Tech, AASFire Science, AS

SCIENCE/MATHAssociate of Arts Oregon TransferAssociate of General StudiesOregon Transfer ModuleComputer Science, ASOT-CS

SOCIAL SCIENCEAssociate of Arts Oregon TransferAssociate of General StudiesOregon Transfer Module

TRADES & TECHNICALCIS Digital Design, AAS and ASOT-BusCIS Software Design, AASWelding, AAS

For a complete list of programs and certificates please visit: https://ecatalog.socc.edu/degree-program-information

Talk to an advisor before registering for a specific program.

Life at the lake is good!

Southwestern's student housing offers students a comfortable and affordable living experience. All housing is apartment style and is fully furnished. Each apartment has a full kitchen, wireless internet, and all utilities are included.

If you’re like most of our students, this will be the first time you’ve lived away from your friends and family. This

can be a challenging and exhilarating time for you as Southwestern offers so many new living and learning

experiences. Fortunately, you’ll be able to depend on Southwestern’s qualified staff to lend you a hand as you

explore the College. Many staff members serve Student Housing, a few of which Include: Resident Assistants,

Resident Directors and the Housing Office Staff.

Resident Assistants (RAs) are second- or third-year student leaders who live throughout the student housing

complex. They have not only experienced the day-to-day challenges and anxieties you may encounter as a

student, but have also been specially trained to help you deal with them. RAs are here to help you adapt to

your new living environment, as well as guide you through any issues that you may face as a college student.

Academic difficulties, social stresses and food services are all areas in which a RA can help.

Resident Directors (RDs) are full-time, live-in staff members that serve the Student Housing Community in

order to facilitate a safe and healthy living environment. Together with the Housing Office Staff, RDs and RAs

work hard to create and maintain an environment where students can socialize and study.

Student Housing offers you an environment conducive to your development and growth academically, socially

and personally. It is important to the College that you achieve your academic goals, and that you live and share

experiences with other students in a community setting. Upon completion of coursework at Southwestern, you

should have the skills necessary to advance in your educational and career endeavors.

Each out-of-district freshman student attending Southwestern is required to live in student housing unless they

have dependents, are a veteran, are 21 years of age or older prior to the first day of class, or if student housing

is filled. In-district students graduating from a local high school are not required to live in student housing, but

the College highly recommends it for their academic and social development.

Because many of the students attending Southwestern are far from home, they may apply to stay on campus

during a holiday or term break if they are pre-registered for the following term. An additional charge applies if

you choose to stay on campus during winter break. Normally, you may leave your possessions in your room at

no charge during the winter and spring breaks only if you are returning to the same room the following term.

Residence Life

A safe and comfortable

home away from home.

Southwestern’s student housing apartments are located at the west edge of campus along the shore of beautiful Empire Lake.

Just over a walking bridge is Empire Hall, home to the dining hall, student government, meeting rooms and the

Hales Center for Performing Arts.

The units have private and shared bedrooms, two shared bathrooms and a shared living room, kitchen, dining

room, balcony or patio and storage space. Each apartment is furnished with a kitchen table and four chairs, a

sofa and love seat, two end tables and a coffee table. Kitchens have a full-size stove and refrigerator.

Each bedroom features an 80-inch twin bed and mattress, desk, chair, dresser and closet with shelves. Bed

lofting kits and extra dressers are available for an additional fee per term. You receive local telephone service

with your own number, a mailbox, Internet access and TV/movie service by Swank Motion Pictures, Inc. These

amenities and your utilities are all included in the basic room rate.

The Lighthouse Depot is the common area in the student housing complex. It has a laundromat, kitchen

with appliances, a 42-inch wide-screen satellite TV in the lounge area and a game room. Located outside is a

covered patio, barbecue, sand volleyball pit and a basketball court. The mail room, two additional laundromats,

a 24/7 quiet study lounge and a 24/7 computer room are just across from the Lighthouse Depot.

You should bring bed linens (mattress pads are mandatory), area rugs, plants and anything that will turn your

room and apartment into your home. We’ll send a detailed checklist with your room assignment. Sorry, but

pets are strictly forbidden.

Room assignments are made primarily by matching preferences after completing the Student Housing

Application online. To request a specific roommate(s), please apply and complete the housing preference

survey at approximately the same time and make sure the request is mutual. Student Housing assigns rooms

on a first-come, first-served basis according to the date your application and reservation deposit are submitted.

Southwestern’s food service provider serves three scheduled meals per day Monday through Friday in the

Empire Hall cafeteria, and brunch and dinner on Saturday and Sunday. If you live in student housing, a minimum

meal plan is included in the cost. Other meal plan options are available. The College also tries to accommodate

the special dietary requirements of students.

This is Living

How safe is Southwestern? Very safe — Southwestern is located in a rural area with a low crime rate.

For added safety, Campus Security officers patrol the campus 24 hours a day.

Safety

Recreation right outyour front door.

Sizes:These are the average sizes of the following rooms.

• Private/single room: 9 x 13 feet 2.7 x 4.0 meters

• Shared/double room: 11 x 14 feet 3.4 x 4.3 meters

Your Apartment

Cost Comparison

College Live-On Requirement Meal Plan RequiredOverall Cost

Single / Double

Southwestern Oregon

Community College1 year Yes $8,662 / $7,478

University of Oregon 1 year Yes $16,700 / $11,950

Oregon State University 1 year Yes $13,890 / $11,460

Western Oregon University 1 year Yes $9,875 / $8,938

Eastern Oregon University 1 year Yes $10,700 / $9,700

Southern Oregon University 1 year Yes $15,438 / $12,831

Portland State University 1 year Yes $11,142 / $8,307

Central Oregon Community College None Yes $13,035 / $10,332

Treasure Valley Community College None Yes $7,893 / $7,028

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ShevanDefreitas From Waipahu, HI

2017 First TeamAll-Conference Southern Region

2017 Southern RegionPlayer of the Year

2017 NFCA All-American2016 NFCA All-American 2016 NWAC All-Star

Southwestern was the perfect choice for me. From the attentive staff tothe beautiful and safe surroundings,

I felt at home.The lifelong friendships thatI have made are priceless.

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Lucius van Rensburg From Polokwane, South Africa2016 Regional Champion

2017 Regional Champion

Third Place 2017 National Junior College

Athletic Association Nationals

Southwestern takes pride in maintaining one of the most successful, consistent and appealing all-around

athletic programs in the Northwest.

We are dedicated to cultivating young people as successful student-athletes. It’s a dedication that grows

stronger with every challenge – a dedication unwavering in its pursuit of excellence.

Southwestern was the first community college in Oregon. Since then, the Lakers have consistently fielded

and maintained successful teams and programs.

Southwestern is strongly dedicated to financial aid with a generous program of student employment and

scholarships. Last year, Southwestern helped more than 76% of full-time certificate or degree-seeking

students fund their education through a combination of federal, state and institutional financial aid. There

are 108 three-term full tuition athletic grants available each year for student-athletes. Additionally, a limited

number of work-study positions are available.

Southwestern’s commitment to the student-athlete starts with the student. Academic success is of utmost

importance for our student-athletes and our outstanding student support services provide students with

an environment that fosters high marks in the classroom and on the playing field.

Athletics, whether individual or team sports, help students while they are in college and prepare them for

life experiences. They are valuable because of enhanced physical and mental well-being, enjoyment derived

from participation, increased ambition and pride.

Laker coaches have guided many athletes in the collegiate experience. Our graduates have gone on to

finish their educations at colleges and universities from coast to coast. Each coach dedicates an enormous

amount of time and effort to place their athletes at the next level. Participants from every Southwestern

program have gone on to play and receive scholarships at the NCAA and NAIA level. Many doors have

opened for former Lakers, including opportunities for competing in professional athletics, modeling,

broadcasting and acting in television and movies. Our graduates have gone on to become medical doctors,

dentists, teachers, coaches, lawyers and many more. One of Southwestern’s goals is to help every student-

athlete be the best that he or she can be.

Pride

Tradition

Opportunity

Commitment

Cost of Atten-dance

Academic Year2017-2018

All First Year Students International Students*

Tuition and Fees $4,842 $11,388

Room and Board$7,478

Double Room$8,662

Single Room$7,478

Double Room$8,662

Single Room

Scholarships — Up to 15 credits per term of tuition awardedVisit: www.socc.edu/financialaid/award-information • High School 3.75 GPA Waiver (full tuition waiver for 3.75 or greater cumulative high school

GPA for up to 6 terms) • Athletic Tuition Waivers • General Institutional Tuition Waivers • Southwestern Foundation Scholarships • GED Tuition Waivers • Military Operation – Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom (up to 6 terms of tuition) • Fallen Soldier Tuition Waiver (military dependents)

Federal & State Grants (need not be repaid) • Federal Pell Grant • Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant • Oregon Opportunity Grant • Oregon Promise

Employment Programs • Federal Work-Study • General Student Employment • Athletic Student Employment • Work Experience

Loans — Federal Family Education Loan Program • Federal Stafford Loans • Federal PLUS Loan • Alternative Loans

*More information for International Students can be found at www.socc.edu/isp.

Cost of AttendanceAt Southwestern student fees are all inclusive meaning there are no hidden fees for transcripts, parking, course labs, computer labs, technology, student activities etc. Certain academic program fees may be applied once you are accepted into the program.

Based on 12 credits per term minimum requirement:

Priority FAFSA Application Dates*

Summer Term 2018 January 19, 2018Fall Term 2018 March 1, 2018Winter Term 2019 June 1, 2018Spring Term 2019 August 1, 2018

Funds are limited and applications received after February 1, 2018 may be placed on a waiting list for campus-based funds. To be considered for aid, Southwestern requires that a valid application be on file by the last date of your attendance for the term/year.* Dates are subject to change.

Southwestern Oregon Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, national origin, age, disability status, gender identity, or protected veterans in employment, education, or activities as set forth in compliance with federal and state statutes and regulations.

Financial AidEvery degree-seeking student is eligible to apply for federal, institutional aid and private scholarships. Most institutional aid requires full-time enrollment. In some cases, scholarships may be available for part-time students.

When to Apply • You must apply for aid every year. The academic and financial aid year at Southwestern begins with summer term. • Apply for federal financial aid by completing a Free Application for Federal Student Aid

(FAFSA) as soon as possible after October 1 of each year. • Applications for institutional aid and private scholarships are generally available after January 1 for the next academic year. Submission deadlines vary. • The deadline for Southwestern Foundation Scholarships is March 1. • Oregon State Scholarship Commission deadline is March 1.

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Southwestern Main Campus (541) 888-2525/(800) 962-2838

Hearing Impaired (541) 888-7368

Admissions (541) 888-7636

Athletic Department (541) 888-7452

Educational Support Programs and Services (541) 888-7405

Advising, Counseling, Testing, ADA, Internships and Orientation

International Student Program (541) 888-7185

Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (541) 888-7195/(877) 895-CHEF

Student First Stop Center (541) 888-7352

Registration, Student Records and Transcripts,

Cashier and Student Accounts Receivable

Student Housing (541) 888-7635

Student Life Coordinator (541) 888-7316

Student Support Services (541) 888-7419

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- Brookings (541) 813-1667

- Gold Beach (541) 247-2741

Financial Aid (541) 888-7352

Federal Work-Study/

General Student Employment (541) 888-7411

Oregon Student Access and Completion (800) 452-8807

Federal Student Aid (800) 433-3243

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