Colleges Near Independence

Colleges and universities near me in the Independence, Oregon area

There are 36 colleges within 100 miles of Independence enrolling a total of 174,134 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Oregon with a population of 8,590, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Independence. The nearest college is Western Oregon University in Monmouth at a distance of 2.1 miles from Independence. Driving time to these schools from Independence should be less than 2 hours. The top rated college in the area is Reed College in Portland which is ranked #77 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is Oregon State University enrolling 34,292 students. In terms of affordability, Clatsop Community College in Astoria offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $3,780 per year.

This directory is inclusive of nearby two and four year schools, both public and private. If you are looking for more affordable higher education options or not ready for a full four-year program, consider local community colleges near Independence.
Independence, OR within 100 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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Western Oregon University
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Monmouth, OR

Western Oregon University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

#5 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 3,751enrollment
  • $16,754net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 985-1220SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA

2 miles from Independence

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Willamette University
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Salem, OR

Willamette University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

 

  • 1,909enrollment
  • $32,957net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.97Avg GPA

Applications Due Jan 15

10 miles from Independence

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Corban University
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Salem, OR
 

Corban University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 963enrollment
  • $26,231net price
  • 35%acceptance rate
  • 1003-1165SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 1

12 miles from Independence

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Chemeketa Community College
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Salem, OR

Chemeketa Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 7,642enrollment
  • $8,000net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

Applications Due Jul 6

14 miles from Independence

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Linn Benton Community College
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Albany, OR
 

Linn Benton Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 4,242enrollment
  • $11,564net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

19 miles from Independence

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Oregon State University
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Corvallis, OR

Oregon State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

#2 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 34,292enrollment
  • $21,163net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1370SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA

Applications Due Feb 1

21 miles from Independence

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Linfield University
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McMinnville, OR

Linfield University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

#4 Best Private Colleges in Oregon

  • 1,754enrollment
  • $31,585net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1210SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.71Avg GPA

Applications Due Feb 1

24 miles from Independence

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Mount Angel Seminary
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Saint Benedict, OR
 

Mount Angel Seminary

Private 4 Year

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  • 120enrollment
  • $42,279net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

Applications Due Jul 1

25 miles from Independence

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George Fox University
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Newberg, OR

George Fox University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

#6 Best Private Colleges in Oregon

  • 4,028enrollment
  • $28,840net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1290SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA

33 miles from Independence

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Pioneer Pacific College
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Wilsonville, OR
 

Pioneer Pacific College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 892enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

38 miles from Independence

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Clackamas Community College
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Oregon City, OR
 

Clackamas Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 4,638enrollment
  • $4,351net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

44 miles from Independence

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Marylhurst University
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Marylhurst, OR
 

Marylhurst University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 743enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

46 miles from Independence

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Oregon Coast Community College
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Newport, OR
 

Oregon Coast Community College

Public 2 Year

1 reviews

 

  • 398enrollment
  • $12,874net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

45 miles from Independence

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University of Phoenix Oregon Campus
P
Tigard, OR
 

University of Phoenix Oregon Campus

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 19enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

45 miles from Independence

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Pacific University
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Forest Grove, OR

Pacific University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

#5 Best Private Colleges in Oregon

  • 3,559enrollment
  • $33,472net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1350SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 25

46 miles from Independence

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Portland Community College
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Portland, OR

Portland Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 19,400enrollment
  • $10,166net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

46 miles from Independence

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Lewis & Clark College
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Portland, OR

Lewis & Clark College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

#3 Best Colleges in Oregon

  • 3,595enrollment
  • $35,832net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1260-1400SAT range
  • 29-32ACT range
  • 3.95Avg GPA

Applications Due Jan 15

48 miles from Independence

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Oregon College of Art and Craft
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Portland, OR

Oregon College of Art and Craft

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 137enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

50 miles from Independence

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FAQ's

The closest community college is Chemeketa Community College and is 13.6 miles from Independence. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Chemeketa Community College are $6,120 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

Chemeketa Community College has an open admission policy. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met.