by our College Data Analytics TeamFor its 2025 ranking, College Factual looked at 11 schools in Oregon to determine which ones were the best for general studies students pursuing a associate degree. Combined, these schools handed out 2,384 associate degrees in general studies to qualified students.
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The general studies associate degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. Important measures of a quality general studies program can vary widely even among the top schools. When choosing a school we recommend considering some of the following factors:
The overall quality of a associate degree school is important to ensure a good education, not just how well they do in a particular major. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for general studies students working on their associate degree.
The general studies school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best General Studies Associate Degree Schools in Oregon.
Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.
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Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing an associate degree in general studies.
Portland Community College is one of the finest schools in the United States for getting an associate degree in general studies. Located in the large city of Portland, Portland Community College is a public college with a very large student population.More information about a associate in general studies from Portland Community College
Every student who is interested in an associate degree in general studies has to check out Chemeketa Community College. Chemeketa Community College is a moderately-sized public college located in the large suburb of Salem.More information about a associate in general studies from Chemeketa Community College
Every student pursuing a degree in an associate degree in general studies needs to take a look at Mt. Hood Community College. MHCC is a moderately-sized public college located in the suburb of Gresham.More information about a associate in general studies from Mt. Hood Community College
Lane Community College is one of the best schools in the United States for getting an associate degree in general studies. Located in the large suburb of Eugene, Lane Community College is a public college with a medium-sized student population.More information about a associate in general studies from Lane Community College
Rogue Community College is a small public college located in the suburb of Grants Pass.More information about a associate in general studies from Rogue Community College
Umpqua Community College is a small public college located in the town of Roseburg.More information about a associate in general studies from Umpqua Community College
Located in the distant town of Pendleton, BMCC is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in general studies from Blue Mountain Community College
Located in the remote town of Coos Bay, SWOCC is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in general studies from Southwestern Oregon Community College
Located in the remote town of The Dalles, Columbia Gorge Community College is a public college with a fairly small student population.More information about a associate in general studies from Columbia Gorge Community College
Klamath Community College is a small public college located in the town of Klamath Falls.More information about a associate in general studies from Klamath Community College
Explore all the Best General Studies Colleges in the Far Western US Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| California | 405 | 368 |
| Washington | 288 | 13 |
| Nevada | 185 | 370 |
| Hawaii | 79 | 107 |
| Alaska | 71 | 5 |
General Studies is one of 3 different types of Liberal Arts General Studies programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 4,220 |
| Individualized Studies | 135 |
