Central Oregon Community CollegeStudent Guide

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Student guide · Fall Term 2026

The semester, explained for Central Oregon Community College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall Term 2026
Campus terms
12
Local details
11

Academic calendar

Fall Term 2026 runs Sep 9, 2026 – Dec 13, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

6 entries
  1. Summer Term 2026
  2. Summer Session II 2026
  3. Fall Term 2026Relevant now
  4. Winter Term 2027
  5. Spring Term 2027
  6. Summer Term 2027

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Campus language

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12 terms

A

ABS
Adult Basic Skills department, providing foundational education and GED prep.
ASCOCC
Associated Students of Central Oregon Community College, the student government body.
AV
The Advising department where students meet with academic advisors.

B

Bobcats
The official mascot and collective name for COCC students.

C

CAP
Career, Academic and Personal Counseling services.
Coats Cafe
The main dining facility located in the Coats Campus Center.

E

Elevate
Elevate Cafe, a dining location situated in the Health Careers Center.

T

The Broadside
The name of the COCC student-run newspaper.
The CCC
Shorthand for the Coats Campus Center, often used when referring to the dining and student hub.
The Hill
Refers to the Bend campus, which is famously situated on the side of Awbrey Butte.
The Wick
A common student shorthand for Wickiup Hall.

W

Wickiup
Wickiup Hall, the primary on-campus residence hall at the Bend campus.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

11 details
Barber
The Barber Library, the main research and study hub on the Bend campus.
Bobcat Card
The official student ID card used for library services, printing, and building access.
Boyle
The Boyle Education Center, the main administrative building for admissions and registration.
Canvas
The online learning management system used for course materials, assignments, and grades.
CET
Cascades East Transit, the regional bus system that provides transportation to and from campus.
Coats
The Coats Campus Center, housing dining, the bookstore, and student life offices.
COCC Alert
The emergency notification system that sends text and email updates about campus closures or safety issues.
Modoc
Modoc Hall, primarily used for science and health-related classes.
Ochoco
Ochoco Hall, a classroom building on the Bend campus.
Ponderosa
Ponderosa Hall, which houses various technology and trade programs.
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The Dining Hall at Coats Campus

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Term 2026 runs Sep 9, 2026 – Dec 13, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
12 approved campus terms and 11 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Class of 2030 · Central Oregon Community College

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  • Jun 15

    Final housing contract window for Wickiup Hall

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    Placement Assessments for Math and Writing

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    MMR immunization records due for housing

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  • Sep 10

    Complete placement testing for Math and Writing

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  • Sep 15

    Complete Bobcat Orientation to unlock registration

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
  • Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
  • Casual hangouts, interest groups, and open events without applications.

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Associated Students of Central Oregon Community College (ASCOCC)

The official student government, responsible for representing students, allocating student fees, supporting clubs, and providing social and educational programs.

Regular commitment

The Broadside

The official, award-winning student newspaper of COCC, providing news, entertainment, and a platform for free speech.

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Golf Club

Practice your golf game around beautiful Central Oregon.

Drop in any time

Source: cocc.edu · Verified 12 days ago

Resources & spaces

Academic Advising (CAP Services)

Provides academic advising to help students plan their educational path and track progress toward graduation.

Open to all

Source: cocc.edu · Verified 2 months ago

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ASCOCC Food Bank

A free resource for currently enrolled students, providing refrigerated, frozen, non-perishable food, and hygiene items on each campus.

Open to all

Barber Library

Offers research materials, study spaces, and technology lending (laptops, hotspots, etc.).

Open to all

Career Services

Assists students with career exploration, job searching, resume building, and interview preparation.

Open to all

Source: cocc.edu · Verified 2 months ago

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Personal Counseling

Offers confidential personal counseling services to support student mental health and well-being.

Open to all

Source: cocc.edu · Verified 2 months ago

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Student Accessibility Services

Provides accommodations and support for students with disabilities to ensure equal access to education.

Source: cocc.edu · Verified 2 months ago

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Life in Bend for Central Oregon Community College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Bend.

Timezone

Pacific Time (PT)

Median Rent

$1,900

Cost of Living Index

135

Student Population

6,500

City Transportation

Walkability

35

Bikeability

68

Public Transit

Cascades East Transit regional bus system

Nearest Airports

Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) - Roberts Field, Bend Municipal Airport (general aviation)

Climate Averages

Climate

Semi-arid (BSk)

Avg Annual Temp

46°F

Avg Snowfall

24 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

D1, D3, D4, G3, G4, H2

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Visitor parking where no permit is required.

G1 (Boyle Education Center)

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Marked visitor parking spaces available.

F6 (Mazama)

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Marked visitor parking spaces available.

Campus News

Latest updates from Central Oregon Community College

COCC Responds to Impasse Declaration in Faculty Negotiations

The college remains committed to reaching an agreement with the Faculty Forum following a declaration of impasse after seven months of bargaining. The college's latest proposal includes a $4.1 million investment and restructuring of the salary schedule.

Sep 1, 2026

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Small Business Management Program to Start New Cohort

A nine-month intensive program designed to help established business owners develop growth strategies is set to begin.

Sep 2, 2026

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Administrator Earns Pat Tillman Scholar Honors

Keith Sherrill received the national scholar honor, which recognizes leadership impact and service to others.

Jul 13, 2026

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COCC Graduates First Group of Incarcerated Students

The college conferred its first-ever associate degrees to students at the Deer Ridge Correctional Institution in Madras.

Jun 12, 2026

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Temporary All Mazama Closure: August 29 – September 16, 2026, for Bobcat Orientation events.

Temporary All Mazama Closure: August 29 – September 16, 2026, for Bobcat Orientation events.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Central Oregon Community College

Bobcat Orientation - Madras

September 14, 2026

Madras Campus

In-person orientation session for new students at the Madras campus.

Bobcat Orientation - Prineville

September 14, 2026

Prineville Campus

In-person orientation session for new students at the Prineville campus.

Bobcat Orientation - Redmond

September 15, 2026

Redmond Campus

In-person orientation session for new students at the Redmond campus.

Bobcat Orientation - Bend

September 16, 2026

Bend Campus

In-person orientation session for new students at the Bend campus.

Wickiup Hall Move-In Day

September 18, 2026

Wickiup Hall, Bend Campus

Official move-in day for residents of Wickiup Hall.

Fall Term Classes Begin

September 21, 2026

All Campuses

The first day of classes for the Fall 2026 term.

Welcome Week: Welcome Back Bash!

September 24, 2026

COCC Field, Bend Campus

A celebration for students and families featuring live music, free dinner, a club and resource fair, and various activities.

Club & IM Registration Night

September 30, 2026

COATS Dining Hall, Bend Campus

An evening for students to register for campus clubs and intramural sports.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Central Oregon Community College

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

1 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Wickiup Hall

Capacity: 330

Room types: four-person suite with two double bedrooms, four-person suite with four single bedrooms

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Public

Email Domain

@cocc.edu

Official Website

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