LBCC Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $7,317
- Out-of-State Tuition: $16,736
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at LBCC:
- Total Enrollment: 5,242, including 1,109 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 42.8% men, 57.2% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 29%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 17%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 64%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 93 academic programs available.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's.
LBCC Overview
Linn-Benton Community College (LBCC) is a 2-4 year, public school located in Albany, OR. It is classified as suburban-serving multi-campus Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The LBCC's tuition & fees is $7,317 for Oregon residents and $16,736 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 43% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,603.
The school has a total enrollment of 5,242 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
Linn-Benton Community College is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Linn-Benton Community College is $7,317 for in-state students and $16,736 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,514 for Oregon residents and $20,018 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
| Undergraduate | $7,317 | $16,736 |
| In-State | Out-of-State |
| Undergraduate | $8,514 | $20,018 |
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Linn-Benton Community College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at LBCC
| Learning Opportunities |
| ROTC | No |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | No |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
| On-Campus Services |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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