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Rogue Community College
Grants Pass, Oregon · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 3345 Redwood Hwy, Grants Pass, OR 97527 · Phone: (541) 956-7501 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Rogue Community College is a public trade school in Grants Pass, Oregon, offering medical assistant, EMT, and massage therapy programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Rogue Community College has a 9.4% completion rate, below Oregon's 55.4% average, with median graduate debt of $17,042 and median earnings of $36,845 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Rogue Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, and 42.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $43,760 | $50,410 | $59,160 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $37,600 | $49,270 | $55,530 |
| Massage therapists | $47,270 | $86,970 | $96,870 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $46,070 | $59,450 | $66,570 |
| Electricians | $59,550 | $101,310 | $121,680 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $64,000 | $80,470 | $90,690 |
| Dental assistants | $49,010 | $59,490 | $63,520 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $39,590 | $58,520 | $77,780 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $47,690 | $63,970 | $76,840 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $44,530 | $54,900 | $62,560 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 26 | $31,201 | $31,670 | $18,186 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | $23,406 | $32,711 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $31,201 | $31,670 | $18,186 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | $31,201 | $31,670 | $18,186 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | $36,131 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | $36,131 | 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
Rogue Community College is a public trade and career school in Grants Pass, Oregon. It is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, with its dental program accredited by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and it participates in federal financial aid (Title IV). The campus awards 18 program families, with the most completers in medical assistant programs (41), EMT & paramedic training (30), and massage therapy schools (27), alongside welding, electrician, LPN, dental assistant, auto mechanic, diesel mechanic, and pharmacy tech offerings.
Federal data show a completion rate of 9.4%, which is below the Oregon state average of 55.4%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $17,042, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $36,845. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 42.8% of students receive Pell Grants, pointing to a substantial low-income student population. Undergraduate enrollment is 3,559, with 191 trade program completers counted.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, hands-on trade credentials such as medical assisting, EMT training, or massage therapy rather than longer associate-degree pathways, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Adult career-changers should weigh the below-average completion rate against program fit before enrolling. To verify accreditation and outcomes independently, check with the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Rogue Community College offers 18 program families, with the most completers in medical assistant programs, EMT & paramedic training, and massage therapy schools. Other offerings include welding, electrician, LPN, dental assistant, auto mechanic, diesel mechanic, and pharmacy tech programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Rogue Community College is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, with its dental program accredited by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 42.8% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 9.4%, which is below the Oregon state average of 55.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $17,042, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,845, per federal 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) 956-7501 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Rogue Community College is a public school, which typically means lower tuition for in-state residents and eligibility for state funding, though specific tuition figures aren't reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; 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 outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?209940.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program mix includes short, hands-on trade credentials like medical assisting, EMT training, and massage therapy, which may suit career changers, but the below-average completion rate is a factor to weigh; program length details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in the federal data provided; contact the school to confirm specific requirements for each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Rogue Community College at (541) 956-7501 or visit https://www.roguecc.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link, https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?209940, to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
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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.