
Rogue Community College, located in Grants Pass, Oregon, was founded in 1970 through a vote passed in Josephine County. The school expanded in its service area in 1996 when Jackson and Josephine Counties approved the inclusion of Jackson County. The school was given the former federal facility known as Vannoy Job Corps Training Center, and went through extensive remodeling in 1989 to modernize and renew the campus.
Academics
Rogue Community College offers a variety of programs aimed at assisting in academic transfer or career development. Academic transfer programs allow students to pursue a four year education by first completing the first two years at RCC, followed by applying for transfer to a four year institution in order to continue their education and earn a degree. Career programs allow students to pursue and education and receive training in one of many available fields with the purpose of entering the workforce as a professional upon completion. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a degree or certificate.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Rogue Community College is a public, two year institution that maintains an open enrollment policy that allows any individual that is eighteen year or older or has the equivalent of a high school diploma to enroll by completing an application and paying tuition and fees. Students are asked to provide transcripts, test scores and any other pertinent documentation and are encouraged to participate in new student orientation and meet with a counselor. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships awarded based on need as determined by the information provided by a student's Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $9,400. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $3,400-$4,100
- Out-of-State: $4,200-$5,011
- Charges for part-time students are:
- State Residents: $95-$110 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $120-$140 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 | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 86% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 78% | $4,767 |
Receiving Student Loans | 23% | $7,101 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Rogue Community College may offer services including:
- Online course work available
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
- Day care
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Community colleges offer a variety of career and transfer options for students. The following table shows the graduation and transfer-out rates for this school, versus those community colleges in Oregon, which can be valuable information for determining which school to attend.
Rogue Community College | Josephine County | Oregon | |
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Graduation Rate | 13.8% | - | 19.1% |
Transfer-out Rate | 18.4% | - | 20.4% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1994)
- Compare all associate's degree in nursing (ADN) programs in Oregon
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 Rogue 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,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Landscaping (C)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Commerce (A, C)
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Bookkeeping (A)
- Retailing and Retail Operations (C)
- Data Entry Technology (C)
- Advertising and Marketing (A)
- Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support Services
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer (A, C)
Construction Trades
- Construction Trades
- Electrical and Power Transmission Installation
Engineering Technology
- Manufacturing Engineering Technician (A, C)
- Construction Engineering Technology (A, C)
- Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology (A, C)
- Computer Software Technology (A, C)
- Architectural Drafting cad (C)
- Industrial Production Technologies (C)
- Energy Management
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Child Care (A, C)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A)
- Health Services (C)
- Dental Assistant (C)
- Medical Assistant (C)
- Massage Therapy (C)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Medical Laboratory Assistance (C)
- EMT & Paramedic (A, C)
- Medical Office Computer Specialist (A, C)
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (C)
- Health and Medical Administrative Services (C)
- Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling (C)
- Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention and Treatment Professions (C)
- Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
- Health Aides, Attendants, Orderlies
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
- General Studies (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Diesel Mechanic (A, C)
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
- Industrial Mechanics (C)
Precision Production
- Welding (A, C)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (A)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Physical Fitness Technician (C)
Security and Protective Services
- Police Science (A)
- Fire Prevention (A)
- Juvenile Corrections (C)
- Fire Science (C)
Transportation and Materials Moving
Visual and Performing Arts
- Visual and Performing Arts (A, C)
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Rogue Community College.
- Umpqua Community College in Roseburg, OR (61 miles away)
- Southwestern Oregon Community College in Coos Bay, OR (80 miles away)
- College of the Siskiyous in Weed, CA (86 miles away)
- Klamath Community College in Klamath Falls, OR (88 miles away)
- Lane Community College in Eugene, OR (112 miles away)