Academics

Southwestern provides multiple avenues of access to educational opportunities for all students

Degrees & Certificates
Southwestern offers the following degrees:

• Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer
• Associate of Science
• Associate of Applied Science
• One year certificates of completion
• Less than one year certificates of completion

Catalog
The SOCC catalog is available for easy download in PDF format. If you wish to pick up a hard copy, stop by the Southwestern Bookstore or see your advisor.

Class Schedule
Courses offered in Curry County or outreach areas may be offered on an irregular basis. Check with your advisor about courses not listed in the class schedule. If there is sufficient demand, a course may be offered more frequently.

Course descriptions
Southwestern offers many types of classes including credit, non-credit, lower division transfer, developmental and professional/technical.

Academic Calendar
Check out dates, events and holiday's during the academic year.

Community Education
Offering classes and workshops providing quality learning opportunties for life-long education in local and outlying areas.

Distance Learning
See how you can complete your degree via the Oregon Community College Distance Education Consortium.

University Center
Visit the University Center on Southwestern's campus to discover how you can obtain a Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree while continuing to live on the South Coast.

Adult Learning Skills
The Adult Learning Skills Program provides access to information, skills and resources for individuals who are in the process of a major life change. A variety of classes and support services are available to prepare participants for success in their families, in the workforce and in academic programs.

Career Pathways
A Career Pathways Certificate opens the door to a solid start in obtaining your employment and educational goals. Each Certificate requires just a few courses. You decide how far you want to go, at a pace that is comfortable for you.

High School Connections
Southwestern offers many opportunities for high school aged students. Some are available in district high schools, others occur on one of the Southwestern campuses.

Library
The library primarily exists to aid students in their educational goals, faculty in their instructional and professional development goals, and community members in their life enrichment pursuits.