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Charissa from Bend, OR
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Will learn a lot I'm just taking my regular basic freshman classes and so I'm sure that I'd be getting about the same level of education regardless of where I went for this first year.
Will enjoy being here I know that I'll enjoy being here because I love Bend...however, I would love to go to a bigger college after this year.
Bang for the buck Seriously, saving the money by living at home and going to a community college for one year is SO worth it! Fall term alone cost me less than $1000.
Great for these types of students If you want to get your basic classes out of the way and save lots of money your first year of college then come to COCC!
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Stephanie from Terrebonne, OR
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot COCC is great for small classes where the students have one-on-one contact with the instructors. The advising part of registration is great because the advisors only recommend classes that the student needs to be or should be taking to be successful in their chosen field. The instructors offer outside of classroom help and are timely in getting feedback to students. I've learned more in the last year and a half at COCC then I did in four years of high school.
Am enjoying being here I love the campus because it's beautiful in the summer and in the winter. The campus is set on a hill which can be difficult at times but is a great workout if you have classes all over campus. There is a great view of the mountains and it doesn't feel like we're right in town. Feels more like we're up in the mountains somewhere.
Bang for the buck The tuition and registration costs for COCC is amazing compared to big universities. Although it's still expensive for someone who doesn't have a full time job, I was able to get a loan through the school to pay for this year and it's been a lifesaver. The classes really are worth the money it costs per credit.
Tips for prospective students Register early!!! There is such a demand for education right now that registering early is very important. Even though current students have priority over new students, classes still go quickly! Also, when you are getting ready to register, know what classes you want before it comes time to actually register. Plan, plan, plan! It really pays off in the end.
Great for these types of students COCC is great for just about anyone who is looking to jump into a higher education. Only 200 level and lower classes are offered mostly but its a great starting point for someone who isn't ready to move into a huge university. Community college is a great transition from high school or not going to school to a university. The atmosphere is wonderful and the people here are some of the friendliest around. If you're outdoorsy its even better because you would be right in the middle of everything; skiing, snowboarding, hiking, camping, floating the river, fishing, shopping, hunting, biking, running, etc.
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Marissa from Bend, OR
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot At COCC you learn a lot more then you would at a university because the class sizes are smaller. Since the classes are smaller the teachers have more time to spend with each student and therefore you are able to ask more questions so you can understand the material better. The teachers also like to help the students in every way they can and try to make it so everybody, whether a visual learner or not, can learn the material. I have been a student for a full year and felt that all the classes I took were worth it.
Am enjoying being here Everybody at the college is really helpful and nice. The teacher especially are fantastic because they sometimes act like one of the kids instead of a teacher. This makes learning more fun and easier. Also the students are great because no matter if you are their friend or not they will help you if you need it. The campus in general is a great place to be.
Bang for the buck I decided to attend COCC instead of OSU for my first two years because the tuition cost are reasonable. At OSU the tuition would have been very expensive but COCC is about right and I could afford everything I needed. Also if you cant afford all the cost COCC is willing to help you so you can go to school and get an education.
Tips for prospective students Definitely check all you options but COCC is a great place to start because they have lots of options to chose from so you can start your education close to home.
Great for these types of students COCC is perfect for anybody because no matter who you are or what you look like people will accept you.
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Shyanne from Redmond, OR
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences From 1 to 10, I would rate the COCC campus an 8. It offers many options from start to finish. Although with the numbers students increasing every year it seems as if the student to class ratio isn't fully satisfactory for all the students needs. At the same time there is progress to the expansion of the campus to expand the classes and what many things COCC has to offer.
Tips for prospective students Before applying to COCC I would suggest talking to an advisor about the degrees they have to offer and the transfer options that they have in place. Consider the possibilty of being wait listed into a program and how many they allow per year into it and how long it will long it will take to get into it. Have a back up option.
Academic Rigor I rate the Academic Rigor a 4.
Dorm Life I do not know about the dorm life at COCC.
Food and Dining I would rate this area a 5. I have visited the COCC campus various times and often frequented the campus dinning room that offers a bit of everything to accommodate for many students taste buds.
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Tom from Redmond, OR
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences They have great class sizes. You can find help anywhere. The campus is beautiful.
Tips for prospective students Apply as soon as you know you want to attend do not wait around.
Academic Rigor I have not a clue what to put here, sorry.
Dorm Life Never stayed in the dorms
Food and Dining They have a huge cafeteria.
What to do for fun The are so many out door activities
Bang for the buck Yes you get so much going to a community college.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus No that I know of
Great for these types of students any student can archive there goals here
Clubs and Activities There are way to many to choose from and they are all active
Greek Life None
Campus Safety 100% safe and secure
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Moriah from Bend, OR
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences C.o.c.c is a great 2yr college the teachers are great and the students are super friendly. Its easy to pay for and the lifestyle in bend is easy for any new college student to pay for.
Tips for prospective students live with a friend or buddy to help pay for cost of living. buy books from craiglist.com or amazon its way cheaper.
Academic Rigor the teachers will work with you and also push you at the same time.
Dorm Life i dont live in the dorms so i dont know what they look like but i've meet some students who live on campus and they say they are nice
Food and Dining the food is great at the student center and even in town.
What to do for fun the campus is on the westside of bend which is close to the local ski resort which is a 30min car ride, maybe even closer then that. you also have downtown bend which always have something going on. in the summer time you have plenty of outside stuff to do.
Great for these types of students people who are self motivated, and self sufficient
Clubs and Activities theres a small amount
Greek Life none
Campus Safety good
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Amy from Lapine, OR
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences I love their campus and the RN course instructors.
Tips for prospective students Do not drive to campus during the first two weeks of a semester. Carpool or take the bus it is packed.
Dorm Life I live at home
What to do for fun I am a mother of two. Usually anything with them
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Ryan from La Pine, OR
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences i am currently taking classes at my high school through cocc. this class was exciting and really helped expand my writing knowledge. it was exciting expressing my ideas and listening to everyone else's.
Tips for prospective students attend cocc i would say to new prospective students. it is a great education at an affordable price. this is what the world needs.
Academic Rigor my writing classes were difficult. you must value your time and get things done as soon as possible. the work can stack up quickly so do not put off anything.
Dorm Life i do not live in the dorms.
Food and Dining i ate at cocc one time for a fbla meeting. they had good quality food. i heard sometimes they let the people aspiring to be cooks cook the meal, because their is a culinary arts program at the school. they let these students cook.
What to do for fun bend, or is a great place to be. there is a lot to do. you can be active by riding bikes, snowboarding or skiing and running and being athletic. you can also take classes through cocc like yoga and physical training.
Bang for the buck you get a high quality education for less money which is important in our society.
Great for these types of students the athletes and the health people can take specific classes that relate to how they believe and what they are in to.
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Kristina from Bend, OR
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences beautiful location. cocc is anything but just a community college. the difficulty of classes prepares you very well for either transferring to a university or succeed in your choice of career.
Tips for prospective students going to class is half the battle. college is all about applying yourself. if you do that, i guarantee you will do very well and get good grades.
Academic Rigor difficult, but not too difficult. prepares students for the future.
What to do for fun anything! it's bend, or. in the top 25 ski towns in the world.
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Sandy from Bend, OR
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences cocc has knowledgeable and passionate instructors! i, also, think that cocc has a variety of classes to choose from and are very accommodating to students wants and needs. cocc is a small, family community at school.
Tips for prospective students be prepared to work but to also enjoy yourself because you will do both!
Academic Rigor it's college. classes will be challenging but depending on your learning ability and the professor, it's not so bad.
Dorm Life i don't know. i live off campus. i've heard nothing but good things, though. i think the dorms are small but aren't they all?
Food and Dining cap center has an amazing salad bar and great food otherwise. there is a huge menu. i've never eaten in the cafeteria but i'm sure it's good!
What to do for fun frisbee golf, ski, snowboard, pretty much anything outdoors you can imagine!
Bang for the buck tuition everywhere is a little ridiculous but the reward at then end makes every penny worth it!
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus we are on a giant hill the is no fun to walk up and down and especially not fun to drive in in the winter but we are all used to it so no big deal really!
Great for these types of students those that like a small, hometown feel are good here. the ones that are undecided in their majors are also popular here. i think really cocc is great for everyone.
Clubs and Activities there really are a lot but i am too busy to participate.
Greek Life na
Campus Safety campus could use more lights especially on the stairs especially for those of us who have night classes. campus is slick because of poor shoveling. campus security is right on it though! :)
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Brittney from Redmond, OR
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences good school, but so many students it is hard to get into classes that you need. good programs to help degree seeking students get into their classes still needed to help them graduate.
Tips for prospective students know what you want to get into class wise, and have backups that you can take. do not take too many un-needed classes.
Academic Rigor not. sure
Dorm Life never lived in the dorms.
Food and Dining good and cheap food in many places across campus.
What to do for fun student life has a lot of activities that you can do, and there are always clubs to get involved with as well as a number of activities going on weekly all around the campus.
Bang for the buck cheaper than a university for sure, but i do not like the transfer acceptance of incomming credits.
Great for these types of students any
Clubs and Activities there is a club for everything you are interested in, and if not you can create one.
Greek Life community college..... not sure
Campus Safety always security around campus. its safe.
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Kaitlyn from Bend, OR
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences cocc has a great campus, though a lot of stairs. the professors really care about the community. most everyone is kind and helpful.
Tips for prospective students getting into classes can be difficult, so apply early.
Academic Rigor classes are what you make them.
Dorm Life haven't lived in them, but i've heard stories.
Food and Dining typical cafeteria fare but the sandwiches at the cafe are good.
What to do for fun join a club, use the tennis courts, frisbee golf is popular.
Bang for the buck i'm getting credits for fairly cheap.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus there's an event called storm the stairs. we're talking more than ten stories from the bottom of campus to top.
Great for these types of students outdoors, specialty programs like culinary arts or forestry science.
Clubs and Activities there are lots of them.
Greek Life none.
Campus Safety always seeing patrolmen around.
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Karisa from El Paso, TX
Reviewer is A past student here.
Categories Rating Comments Did learn a lot The classes I took here were very informative but also fun and engaging. Also because of the smaller class sizes, I got to know the professor and everyone in my classes. Also because of the small class sizes, feedback was given in a timely matter. The professors also made time to see students for any extra help.
Did enjoy being here I loved the area of Bend. There are a lot of activities both on the campus and off the campus to enjoy when not busy with classes. I also enjoyed my professors, my favorite being my psychology professor.
Bang for the buck Classes are much cheaper than the other universities I thought about attending. My only disappointment was that even though I was a state resident, I had to pay the out-of-district cost for classes, which I wasn't aware of until later. But the extra cost was well worth attending the school.
Tips for prospective students Attend Orientation. Student Life goes out of their way to make orientation fun as well as informational both for the students and their parents. Another major tip is to register for classes as soon as you are able to since the classes fill fast. Also, get to know your professors, they make great future assets for recommendation letters as well as great mentors.
Great for these types of students Students who like the outdoors. Bend is all about being outside summer or winter doing activities for both. Even the professors like to shake things up a bit and do an activity outside at times.
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