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Klamath Community College
Klamath Falls, Oregon · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 7390 South Sixth Street, Klamath Falls, OR 97603 · Phone: (541) 882-3521 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Klamath Community College is a public trade school in Klamath Falls, Oregon, offering welding, medical billing & coding, and diesel mechanic programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Klamath Community College has a 42.8% completion rate, below the Oregon state average of 55.4%, with median graduate debt of $17,480 and median earnings of $34,357 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 31.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $46,070 | $59,450 | $66,570 |
| Medical records specialists | $44,260 | $59,000 | $70,610 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $47,690 | $63,970 | $76,840 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $39,590 | $58,520 | $77,780 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Oregon (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, under 300 hours | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, under 300 hours | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Klamath Community College is a public trade and career school in Klamath Falls, Oregon, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Because it is a Title IV institution, students can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to help cover costs. The campus offers 9 program families, with the largest enrollments in welding schools (42 students), medical billing & coding programs (39 students), and diesel mechanic schools (31 students).
Of the roughly 1,130 undergraduates enrolled, about 115 completed a trade program in the reporting period. The completion rate stands at 42.8%, which is below the state average of 55.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $17,480, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $34,357. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 31.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus, located in a remote town setting, may suit students seeking hands-on trade training in welding, medical billing/coding, or diesel mechanics, though specific program lengths are not detailed in the available data. Prospective students, including adult career-changers, should verify current program offerings, schedules, and accreditation status directly with the school or through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Klamath Community College offers 9 program families, with the largest programs being welding schools (42 students), medical billing & coding programs (39 students), and diesel mechanic schools (31 students).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, with active accreditation status.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this is a Title IV institution, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help cover costs.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 42.8%, which is below the Oregon state average of 55.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $17,480, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $34,357, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (541) 882-3521 or visit klamathcc.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Klamath Community College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition rates and different aid eligibility rules compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?428392.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats or schedules suited to career changers; contact the school directly to discuss fit for adult learners.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for program-specific certification information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Klamath Community College at (541) 882-3521 or through its website, https://www.klamathcc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?428392 to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.