At a glance
Average net price
$11,103
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
38.1%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
619
In-state tuition
$4,576
Out-of-state tuition
$7,286
Cost of attendance
$21,020
Median earnings (10y)
$39,018
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
9 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (37%), trades & services (33%), health (28%).
- Health28%
- Business2%
- Humanities & arts37%
- Social sciences0%
- Trades & services33%
- Liberal arts36.8%~228 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Health professions27.8%~172 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Agriculture10.0%~62 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~58 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~56 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~25 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Business2.0%~12 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology0.3%~2 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
13 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 222 | $26,545 | $9,750 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 132 | $68,624 | $31,376 |
| Agricultural Business and Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 85 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 85 | — | $24,150 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 59 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 51 | — | — |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 22 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 20 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 15 | — | — |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 15 | — | — |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 12 | — | — |
| Agricultural Production Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 10 | — | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Otero College
Otero College is a small institution located in La Junta, Colorado, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 619 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Agriculture.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Otero College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $11,103 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $4,576 for in-state students and $7,286 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $21,020 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 38.1%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $39,018 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Otero College confers degrees and certificates across 9 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Agriculture. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (37% of credentials), trades & services (33% of credentials), health (28% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in La Junta, Colorado (town), Otero College draws students from across Colorado and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Otero College
Q.How much does Otero College cost?
The average net price at Otero College is $11,103 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $21,020.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Otero College?
Otero College has a 6-year graduation rate of 38.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Otero College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Otero College graduate earns $39,018 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Otero College?
Published tuition is $4,576 in-state and $7,286 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Otero College located?
Otero College is located in La Junta, Colorado (ZIP 81050).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Otero College at their official website.