Student Expectations

As a concurrent student at COCC, you are expected to meet the same academic and behavioral standards as all college students. Participating in college-level coursework means you agree and will adhere to all COCC policies and procedures, which may differ from those in your high school. This page outlines key expectations to help you succeed while taking courses.

To access full details of COCC policies, please visit our College Catalog.

• Student Accounts

  Student Bobcat Web Account

  Students can register for classes, check grades, pay for classes and update personal information via their Bobcat Web account. For help logging in, please visit the Student Login Help page.

  Student Web Email Account

  COCC departments and faculty regularly communicate with students regarding course information, upcoming campus events, important due dates, and general account information via your COCC Student Email. Students are encouraged to check this email at least once each week and more if necessary.

• Student Privacy (FERPA)

  Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), COCC will not release information about students’ grades, class schedule, day-to-day attendance, course progress or other educational records to anyone, including parent/guardian(s), without the student’s written consent.

  This includes the following examples:

  • The College cannot discuss a student's class attendance.
  • Parents and guardians may not attend classes with the student unless they are registered for the class and pay the required tuition and fees.
  • Instructors may not discuss a student's academic progress.
  • Students will have access to grades and unofficial transcripts through their Bobcat Web account. COCC cannot discuss grades with parents or guardians.

  
  If a student wishes to have this information released to someone else, the student must complete a Release of Information form.

• Tuition and Registration

  dates and deadlines

  Refer to the Academic Calendar on COCC’s website under for a list of important dates and deadline for each term.
  

  Registration

  Current degree-seeking students are given first access to the next term’s registration and will be notified via their COCC email account of their registration date and time approximately three weeks prior. Students may view their registration date and time via the Bobcat Web account under the “Can I Register for Credit Classes?”.

  Tuition and Fees

  Regular tuition and fees will apply for concurrent students. Note: Certain courses carry additional course fees. Tuition and fees are due the second Friday of the term. Payment can be made via the Bobcat Web account (debit/credit card), in person at any COCC campus or by phone to 541-383-7229.

  See the class schedule on COCC’s website for details.

• Course Conduct

  Student Rights and Responsibilities

  Choosing to join the college community obligates each member to a code of behavior. COCC students will bear the ultimate responsibility for the effects of their decisions and behavior. Violations of COCC’s Student Rights and Responsibilities may result in disciplinary action.
  
  It is important to emphasize that COCC is an adult-oriented learning environment. Course content, instructor focus and class discussions will not be amended for high school students. COCC staff expect mature, adult behavior at all times from all students, regardless of age.

  Attendance

  If a student misses a class during the first week of the term, per COCC's Administrative Withdrawal Policy, they may be withdrawn from the course and can only re-add the course with instructor approval.

  The Administrative Withdrawal policy does not relieve students from full responsibility for officially dropping a course within the given deadline. In order to guarantee withdrawal from a course, and not incur tuition charges, students should drop the course online through their Bobcat Web account, or by calling 541-383-7500. If a student has an emergency, they should contact the instructor prior to the class meeting if they wish to avoid administrative withdrawal.

  If a student has an anticipated absence, it is the student’s responsibility to contact the instructor before the absence to discuss assignment deadlines and related topics. A student should contact the instructor as soon as possible after an unanticipated absence.

  Throughout the term, students should attend all class sessions, as class participation is essential for success. Attendance is not a requirement and is not enforced by COCC. However, individual instructors may base grades, in part, on attendance and participation. If a student is absent, they must make up the work promptly. The student is responsible for learning the information taught
  in class.

  Homework and Class Assignments

  Students should be prepared to study for two to three hours for every hour of class time. Unlike some high school classes, the expectation is that the students will do most of the necessary research and preparation outside of class. Students will be expected to use the syllabus to keep track of assignments and expectations, and are responsible for completing assignments based on the dates provided.

  Canvas

  A majority of COCC instructor use Canvas for communicating with students, posting assignments, creating community discussions boards, and posting grades. Not all instructors use Canvas so check with each individual instructor regarding their expectations.

• Student Services

  Student Accessibility Services

  To access these services, students must apply for accommodations through the Student Accessibility Services department. This includes providing current documentation of their disability to meet eligibility requirements. While an Individualized Education Program (IEP) may help determine appropriate accommodations, it is not considered documentation at the college level. Documentation must come from a qualified professional and include a current diagnosis. Please visit Student Accessibility Services for full guidelines and application instructions.
  
  For the student to have the best chance at success, it is advised to apply either before, or early on, in the term as some accommodations may require advanced notice to implement in a timely manner.

  Federal Financial Aid
  

  Based upon federal law, you must have a high school diploma or GED to be eligible for federal financial aid.

• Grades and Transcripts

  Grades

  Student grades will be available via the student’s Bobcat Web account the Thursday following each term’s finals week. All grades earned at COCC are part of the student’s permanent academic history and cannot be changed unless extraordinary circumstances exist.

  Student Transcript and Transfer of Credit

  Students can request an Official Transcript on our Transcript Request page. Unofficial Transcripts are available at no cost via their Bobcat Web account.

  Transferring Credit

  Please note that It is the high school’s responsibility to determine how the credits will apply towards high school graduation requirements. Additionally, it is the responsibility of transfer colleges or universities to determine how the credits will apply towards their degree requirements.