Oregon Coast students are of all ages, from recent high school graduates to retirees. Many students combine school and work. Nearly 3,000 students attend the college every year. Oregon Coast has over forty credit faculty members. Faculty who teach credit courses have master's degrees and some have doctorates.
Many faculty are part-time and work in career areas directly related to the courses they teach.
The College Transfer Program is for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university. Students who plan to transfer should consult the four-year institution where they plan to transfer as they begin classes at Oregon Coast. Oregon Coast offers courses in several areas. Courses are also available to help improve writing and mathematics skills and broaden knowledge of communications, arts and letters, sciences, and social sciences. Lifelong Learning is encouraged.