Free GED and Adult Basic Education Classes at Southwestern Oregon Community College

Southwestern Oregon Community College is launching a series of free GED and Adult Basic Education classes for the upcoming term, providing local residents with a direct pathway to college enrollment, career training programs, and high-demand jobs, according to college announcements.

The educational initiative is designed to help individuals prepare for the official GED exam while simultaneously updating their academic skills. According to reporting from Southwestern Oregon Community College, students who enroll in these tuition-free courses can establish a pipeline toward higher education and employment opportunities in competitive career sectors.

To accommodate varying student schedules, the institution has structured three distinct class sessions for the term. According to Southwestern Oregon Community College, the available options include:

Morning GED Class operating Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Afternoon GED Class operating Monday through Thursday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Evening GED Class operating Tuesday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Campus Locations and Remote Learning Options

Classes will be held live and in person on the main Coos Campus, providing traditional classroom environments for local attendees. Additionally, the afternoon session is offered live and in person on the Curry Campus located in Brookings, Oregon, according to institutional announcements.

For students unable to commute to either physical campus location, Southwestern Oregon Community College provides remote access via Zoom across all three daily sessions. This hybrid approach ensures that participants facing transportation or geographic barriers can still complete their coursework.

Term Schedule and Registration Details

The academic calendar for the upcoming term is scheduled to start on September 15, 2025, and run through November 26, 2025, according to Southwestern Oregon Community College. Prospective students seeking to enroll must first complete an orientation. Registration and orientation sign-ups are available online through the dedicated portal at swoccapce.org by selecting the get started option, according to college directives. Individuals with specific questions regarding the curriculum or enrollment process can contact the Adult and Pre-College Education department directly by email at apce@socc.edu or by calling 541-888-1593.