Athletics Information

Quick LBCC Facts

  • Location: Albany, Oregon (population 36,000)
  • Nickname: Roadrunners
  • Enrollment: 3,060 full-time students
  • Conference: Northwest Athletic Association (Composed of Oregon and Washington Community Colleges)
  • Phone Number: (541) 917-4266


Academics at Linn-Benton offer...

  • Outstanding faculty: Our faculty members are chosen not only for their academic abilities, but also because of their effectiveness in the classroom and ability to relate with students
  • Quality curriculum: Linn-Benton has the reputation for first class instruction. Transfer classes are equivalent to those offered to freshman and sophomores at four-year colleges
  • Small class size: Linn-Benton students appreciate the small class size because it gives them social opportunities and personalized instruction
  • Flexibility: Choose from a wide range of day or night classes. You can take classes that fit your busy schedule


Why go to a Community College?

  • Academics: A wide range of undergraduate and vocational programs from which to choose
  • Individual development: Community colleges are directed toward personal and career growth
  • Transition from high school: The transition to college can often be made with greater success by attending a community college
  • Costs: The tuition cost of a quality education is about half the cost of tuition at a public four-year college
  • Exposure: Four-year colleges actively recruit community college student athletes
    Competition: Community college teams are involved in quality competition throughout the Northwest


Why Linn-Benton can offer you the best opportunity as a student athlete:

  • Quality coaching
  • Excellent facilities
  • Highest quality academic courses and transfer programs
  • Exposure to four-year colleges/universities
  • Regional tradition of excellence
  • Financial aid and scholarships available
  • College and community support
  • A commitment to the student athlete by a caring college staff