Chemeketa Community College Tuition & Completion (2026)
Chemeketa Community College is a public community college in Salem, Oregon, serving roughly 6,610 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $8,200 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $6,345. Student demographics in federal data include White (50.2%) and Hispanic or Latino (36.0%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $6,345
- 2024 Average Net Price: $8,200 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 6,610 49.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 21.34%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 48.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 1.5% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 12.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 41.8%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 13,362
- Room & Board: $17,838 annual estimate
Chemeketa Community College: what the data shows
Common questions about Chemeketa Community College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Chemeketa Community College?
Chemeketa Community College is located in Salem, OR (ZIP 97305).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Chemeketa Community College public or private?
Chemeketa Community College is a Public institution.
How much does Chemeketa Community College cost?
Published tuition: $6,345 in-state, $14,040 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $8,200.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $6,346 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $6,515 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $8,932 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $11,689 |
| $110,001+ | $15,167 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $25,380.
How big is Chemeketa Community College?
Total enrollment: 6,610 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 13,362 students.
About 49% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Chemeketa Community College?
150%-time completion rate: 21.34%.
What do graduates of Chemeketa Community College earn?
Median earnings: $35,771 six years after entry; $40,968 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $12,822.
36.92% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Chemeketa Community College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (538 completions)
- General Studies (208 completions)
- Child Care and Support Services Management (66 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (58 completions)
- Education/Teaching of Individuals with Speech or Language Impairments (58 completions)
- Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General (38 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (38 completions)
- Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant (34 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (32 completions)
- Dental Assisting/Assistant (30 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Chemeketa Community College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 21.34%; median earnings $40,968 at 10 years; net price $8,200. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$6,345
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Chemeketa Community College was $6,345.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$8,200
2024 Value
In 2024 Chemeketa Community College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $8,200.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$32,800 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$8,200 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$25,380 4-Year In-State Tuition
$56,160 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$17,838 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$25,383 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$101,532 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Chemeketa Community College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
36.92% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
17.38% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Chemeketa Community College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Chemeketa Community College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $4,320 | $11,610 | $8,025 |
| 2014 | $4,230 | $11,520 | $8,026 |
| 2015 | $4,230 | $11,520 | $7,228 |
| 2016 | $4,230 | $11,520 | $6,922 |
| 2017 | $4,500 | $11,790 | $6,258 |
| 2018 | $4,725 | $12,150 | $6,099 |
| 2019 | $5,175 | $12,600 | $5,965 |
| 2020 | $5,670 | $13,095 | $6,338 |
| 2021 | $5,850 | $13,275 | $7,581 |
| 2022 | $6,120 | $13,815 | $7,530 |
| 2023 | $6,210 | $13,905 | $8,457 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Chemeketa Community College reported total enrollment of about 6,610 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 43% male and 57% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (50.2%), Hispanic or Latino (36.0%), and Two or More Races (4.4%). About 36.92% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 48.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
49.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Chemeketa Community College in 2024 is 6,610 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 13,362 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
N/A%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 50.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
0.00% 100% Completion Time
21.34% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from Chemeketa Community College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 36% male / 64% female
- General Studies: 40% male / 60% female
- Child Care and Support Services Management: 0% male / 100% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Chemeketa Community College.
Return on Investment
$12,822 Median Student Debt
$40,968 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
31.30% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1149.02% Return on Investment
3.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Chemeketa Community College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 51 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 538 completions
2. General Studies: 208 completions
3. Child Care and Support Services Management: 66 completions
4. Computer and Information Sciences, General: 58 completions
5. Education/Teaching of Individuals with Speech or Language Impairments: 58 completions
6. Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General: 38 completions
7. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 38 completions
8. Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant: 34 completions
9. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 32 completions
Most popular programs at Chemeketa Community College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Chemeketa Community College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Chemeketa Community College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 41.8%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,834
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $10,850
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Chemeketa Community College is a public institution located in Salem, OR, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, General Studies, Child Care and Support Services Management. Enrollment is approximately 6,610 students. Student body composition includes White (50.2%), Hispanic or Latino (36.0%), Two or More Races (4.4%). The 150%-time completion rate is 21.34%. Approximately 36.92% of students receive Pell Grants. About 48.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Location
Salem, OR 97305
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 21.34% graduation rate at Chemeketa Community College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 51 distinct degree programs, Chemeketa Community College provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Chemeketa Community College located?
Chemeketa Community College is located in Salem, OR.
How much does Chemeketa Community College cost?
Reported tuition is $6,345 and average net price is $8,200 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $17,838 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Chemeketa Community College?
Chemeketa Community College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 13,362 students, White (50.2%), Hispanic or Latino (36.0%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Chemeketa Community College?
About 48.8% of students at Chemeketa Community College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Chemeketa Community College earn?
Median earnings are $35,771 six years after entry and $40,968 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Chemeketa Community College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 21.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Chemeketa Community College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $12,822.
Is Chemeketa Community College public or private?
Chemeketa Community College is a public institution located in Salem, OR.
Is Chemeketa Community College an HBCU?
No. Chemeketa Community College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Chemeketa Community College a tribal college?
No. Chemeketa Community College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Chemeketa Community College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Chemeketa Community College reports 36.0% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Chemeketa Community College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Chemeketa Community College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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- Oregon colleges by ROI
- Oregon trade schools profile
- Salem, Oregon city profile
- Far West regional profile
- All state profiles
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- National benchmarks
- School directory
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.