by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 1,216 undergraduates in 2020, Otero Junior College is a small, public college located in La Junta, Colorado. This is a great opportunity for those who would thrive in a charming, small-town atmosphere. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Otero Junior College can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Otero Junior College Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the college provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Otero Junior College Disability Services.
Otero Junior College offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Otero Junior College has a comparatively small, student body. There were 1,216 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 528 (43.4%). Part-time attendance was 688 (56.6%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 528 | 688 | 1,216 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Otero Junior College is more diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Otero Junior College #910 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Otero Junior College by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Otero Junior College Diversity Guide.
Otero Junior College has a total of 149 student athletes, 86 men and 63 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $698,397 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $698,397 |
| Net | $0 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Otero Junior College Athletics