
Wanting to attend a student-centered institution in a small private college setting at a considerably lower cost? Clatsop Community College is the school you should attend to.
Since 1958, CCC is a public 2-year college serving the northwest Oregon and southwest Washington. It is governed by elected citizen representatives of Clatsop County as the Board of Directors which is why it has a close relationship with the community.
CCC main campus is situated in 1651 Lexington Avenue in Astoria which contains the administrative offices and instruction in associate and college transfer degrees, art, business, health occupation and adult basic skills including GED.
Another campus is the Marine and Environment Research and Training Station (MERTS) at 6540 Liberty Lane, Astoria. It houses the marine, fire science, CADD, automotive, welding, and historic preservation instruction.
The South County Campus in 1455 N Roosevelt Drive, Seaside, Oregon is home to the Small Business Development Center and offers customized training to business, public and community safety.
And its Performing Arts Center (PAC) in 588 16th Street, Astoria offers the Arts & Ideas program.
Take up any of its degree and certificate programs in a variety of disciplines. Taught by expert faculty, you’ll be engaged in stimulating classes similar to 4-year universities at a lower cost. Everyone can have fun joining its clubs, athletics and activities. It also offers many student support services, Community Education classes and ENCORE, educational opportunities for seniors.
Enroll now at Clatsop Community College and be part of its educational community which provides open access to quality opportunities at the same time enriching the community.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $10,000. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $15 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $3,600-$4,300
- Out-of-State: $7,100-$8,554
- Charges per unit:
- State Residents: $99-$120 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $200-$240 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
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Any Financial Aid | 82% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 53% | $4,434 |
Receiving Student Loans | 30% | $5,401 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Clatsop Community College may offer services to students like those listed below:
- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Community colleges often offer both career training programs and options for students to transfer-out to four year institutions, which is why the table below is so important, it compares Clatsop Community College against community colleges in Oregon.
Clatsop Community College | Clatsop County | Oregon | |
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Graduation Rate | 24.6% | - | 19.1% |
Transfer-out Rate | 5.3% | - | 20.4% |
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by Clatsop Community College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, C)
- General Office Occupations and Clerical Services (C)
- Retailing and Retail Operations (C)
- Accounting (A)
- Bookkeeping
- Office Management and Supervision
Construction Trades
- Carpentry (C)
Education
Engineering Technology
- Cad Drafting (C)
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Child Care Provider
Health and Clinical Professions
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Historic Preservation and Conservation (A)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
- General Studies (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
Precision Production
- Welding (C)
Security and Protective Services
- Fire Science (A, C)
Transportation and Materials Moving
- Marine Science, Merchant Marine Officer (A, C)
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Clatsop Community College.
- Tillamook Bay Community College in Tillamook, OR (50 miles away)
- Grays Harbor College in Aberdeen, WA (53 miles away)
- Oregon Coast Community College in Newport, OR (108 miles away)
- Columbia Gorge Community College in The Dalles, OR (133 miles away)
- Southwestern Oregon Community College in Coos Bay, OR (194 miles away)