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Expanded Options

Expanded Options is an Oregon initiative that pays for eligible high school students to take college-level courses on a COCC campus or online. If your high school approves your participation and course choice, they will cover the cost of tuition and fees.

COCC works with Bend-La Pine, Crook County, Culver, Jefferson County, Redmond and Sisters school districts.

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Eligibility

Your high school will send an official notification regarding the Expanded Options program to you and your parents or guardians by February 15th each year. Eligibility to participate is determined by your high school and may include additional requirements, but generally, the State of Oregon requires that you:  

  • Be at least 16 years old at the time of enrollment. 
  • Will be in grade 11 or 12 in a participating high school. 
  • Are on track to graduate. 

Check with your high school counselor to confirm eligibility. 

Dates and Deadlines

  • Fall 2025
    May 12, 2025 Registration for new or readmitted degree seeking students
    May 19, 2025 Registration for new non-degree seeking students
    Sept 12, 2025 Application deadline
    Sept 15, 2025 Bobcat Orientation
    Sept 22, 2025 Classes begin
  • Winter 2026
    Nov 24, 2025 Registration for new or readmitted degree seeking students
    Dec 1, 2025 Registration for new non-degree seeking students
    Dec 26, 2025 Application deadline
    Dec 31, 2025 Bobcat Orientation
    Jan 5, 2026 Classes begin
  • Spring 2026
    Feb 23, 2026 Registration for new or readmitted degree seeking students
    March 9, 2026 Registration for new non-degree seeking students
    March 20, 2026 Application deadline
    March 23, 2026 Bobcat Orientation
    March 30, 2026 Classes begin


View the Full Academic Calendar


Steps to Apply

  • Meet with your High School Counselor

    Receive approval from your high school counselor to participate in Expanded Options.

  • Apply to COCC

    Apply online to COCC. 

    • As a high school student taking COCC courses, you can use your application fee promo code when you apply. Don't have one? Ask your high school counselor or contact Admissions and Records at 541-383-7500 or welcome@cocc.edu
    • Complete the remaining COCC enrollment steps for high school students and register for courses.

  • Submit your Authorization Form

    Submit your high school's Expanded Options authorization form to welcome@cocc.edu prior to the tuition due date for each term you attend COCC. This form is how tuition and fees are paid. If the Expanded Options authorization form is not received prior to the tuition deadline, your account will accrue late fees. Please see tuition and fees for more details.

    Not sure if you or your counselor turned in the form? Check the status in your Bobcat Web Account.

Have questions? Meet with a High School Options Coordinator.

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High School Student Expectations

As a COCC student, you are responsible for managing your coursework, communicating with instructors and following college policies.

Understanding your rights and responsibilities is an important part of your success. Take time to understand what's expected and set yourself up for a strong start.

Student Expectations