What Mt. Hood Community College does

Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC) is a public community college district in Oregon, founded in 1966 and headquartered at 26000 S.E. Stark Street in Gresham. The institution serves approximately 18,000 for-credit students and nearly 27,000 students annually across the Gresham Campus, Maywood Park Campus, the Bruning Center for Allied Health Education, and satellite classes at 6 local high school districts spanning a 950-square-mile service area covering parts of Multnomah, Clackamas, and Hood River Counties with 300,000+ residents. MHCC is governed by an elected Board of Education and led by President Dr. Lisa Skari, with a President's Cabinet spanning Finance, Instruction, Student Development, College Advancement, IT, and DEI functions.

MHCC's core offering comprises over 120 associate degree and certificate programs across arts, business, healthcare (nursing, dental hygiene, surgical technology, EMT), technology (cybersecurity, computer science, game development), and skilled trades (welding, mechatronics, automotive), plus university transfer pathways, dual enrollment for high schoolers (College Now, Middle College, Early College), Adult Basic Skills/GED/ESOL, non-credit Community Education (via ed2go), and the Saints Athletics program competing in the NWAC. Underlying technology is conventional educational infrastructure: Canvas LMS for online and hybrid course delivery, the MyMHCC student portal, a consortium library system with 65,000+ books and 60+ research databases, and the Navigate student success platform. MHCC holds no AI/ML capabilities, proprietary models, or developer-facing APIs based on available evidence.

Revenue is generated through a hybrid public-funding model: term-based tuition and fees (in-state, out-of-state, and international tiers with three-installment payment plans), state appropriations, voter-approved property-tax bonds (a $136.455 million general obligation bond was approved in May 2025, the first in 50 years), competitive grants (NSF, Department of Labor Apprenticeship Building America, Multnomah County Preschool for All, Oregon FAST semiconductor workforce), facility rentals (Yoshida Events Center, aquatic center), Community Education course fees, and charitable donations via the MHCC Foundation ($250K raised at the 2026 Gala & Auction). Customer segments are distributed across recent high school graduates (primary), adult learners, transfer students, international students, community members, and local employer partners in healthcare, manufacturing, and semiconductor industries.

Name

Mt. Hood Community College

Legal name

Mt. Hood Community College

Website

https://mhcc.edu

Company type

Public

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Mt. Hood Community College is a public Oregon community college founded in 1966 that delivers over 120 associate degrees, certificates, and workforce training programs to nearly 27,000 students annually across the Gresham, Maywood Park, and Bruning Center campuses.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community College Education

NAICS

Junior Colleges (61121), Junior Colleges (611210), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Comprehensive Community Colleges (Transfer + Workforce) (EDAHADAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Community Colleges (EDAHADAA), Junior Colleges (Associate-Degree Granting) (EDAHADAC), Technical Community Colleges (Applied/CTE-Focused) (EDAHADAD), Transfer/University-Parallel Community Colleges (EDAHADAF)

Keywords

• Community college education
• Associate degree programs
• Career technical training
• Workforce development
• University transfer pathways

Headquarters

HQ city

Gresham

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Revenue from student tuition and fees for credit courses. In-state tuition rates for Oregon residents, higher rates for out-of-state and international students. Payment plans available in three installments per term.
2. Voter-Approved Bond Funding: $136.455 million general obligation bond approved by voters in May 2025. Additional $10.9 million in proceeds due to excellent Aa2 credit rating from Moody's. Funds dedicated to facilities upgrade, technology, safety/accessibility, and program growth.
3. Government Grants: Department of Labor Apprenticeship Building America grants ($121.7 million program), National Science Foundation grants ($500K for math student success), Multnomah County Preschool for All scholarships ($160K), semiconductor workforce development grants through Oregon's FAST partnership.
4. Community Education: Non-credit community education courses for personal and professional development including fitness, language, crafts, health, music, gardening, business, and computer skills. Partnership with ed2go for online non-credit courses.
5. Facility Rentals and Event Spaces: Revenue from renting campus facilities including Yoshida Events Center, aquatic center, athletic facilities, and meeting spaces to community groups and organizations.
6. Donations and Foundation: MHCC Foundation receives charitable donations, scholarship contributions, and planned giving. Gala & Auction events (raised $250K in 2026). Staff giving program.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Mt. Hood Community College is a public two-year community college delivering more than 120 associate degrees, certificate programs, and university transfer pathways across healthcare, technology, trades, business, and liberal arts. The college also provides career technical training, Registered Apprenticeships, adult basic skills (GED and ESOL), community education non-credit courses, small business development, and dual-enrollment programs for high school students. It serves roughly 18,000 for-credit students and nearly 27,000 total students annually across multiple campuses in the Portland, Oregon area.

Product overview

Mt. Hood Community College is a two-year community college offering a comprehensive portfolio of educational products and services. The core offering comprises over 120 associate degrees, certificate programs, and university transfer pathways across diverse disciplines including healthcare (dental hygiene, nursing, surgical technology, respiratory care, EMT), technology (cybersecurity, computer science, game development), business, trades (welding, mechatronics, automotive), and liberal arts. Supporting products include Career Pathways and Apprenticeships for workforce readiness, Online Learning through Canvas LMS for remote education, Adult Basic Skills (GED/ESOL) programs, Community Education non-credit courses, High School dual enrollment partnerships, and Business Services including the Small Business Development Center. The institution operates across Gresham Campus, Maywood Park Campus, and Bruning Center for Allied Health Education, serving approximately 18,000 students annually.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Associate Degrees and Certificates Over 120 associate degree, certificate, and transfer options spanning arts, business, healthcare, technology, sciences, and trades for prospective and current college students.
• Career Pathways and Apprenticeships Career certificate programs and Registered Apprenticeships that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers in two years or less, including mechatronics, welding, integrated metals, automotive technology, and apprenticeship pathways.
• Online Learning Hybrid and fully online courses and degree programs delivered through Canvas LMS with tech support and accreditation that allows credit transfer.
• Adult Basic Skills GED preparation, English language learning (ESOL/IECC), citizenship classes, and college preparation for adult learners.
• Credit for Prior Learning Credit awarded for AP exams, CLEP, DSST, IB, military training, industry certifications, and prior work experience toward degrees.
• Community Education Non-credit personal and professional development courses including fitness, language, crafts, health, music, gardening, business, and computer skills, partnered with ed2go for online delivery.
• International Student Programs Affordable education pathways for international students including in-state-equivalent tuition, housing, health insurance, and application support.
• High School Partnerships (College Now, Middle College, Early College) Dual enrollment programs (College Now, Middle College, Early College) that let high school students earn college credit while still enrolled in high school, delivered in partnership with local high school districts.
• Business Services and Workforce Training Workforce training, employee recruitment, apprenticeship partnerships, and small business development services delivered with the Oregon Small Business Development Center network.
• Career Planning and Counseling Career coaching, resume help, job search support, and career counseling services with access to the Handshake job platform and Lightcast career data.
• Library Services Library resources including 65,000+ books, 2,000+ videos, 60+ research databases, interlibrary loan, and subject librarian support across Gresham and Maywood Park campuses.
• Saints Athletics Nine intercollegiate Saints Athletics programs (men's and women's cross country, volleyball, basketball, baseball, softball, track and field) competing in the NWAC.
• Campus Recreation Aquatics center, rock wall, intramurals, and recreation facilities for student and community wellness.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program Emergency Medical Technician training program designed to address urgent regional workforce demand for trained first responders.

Quantifiable outcome

• Nearly 27,000 students served annually across all programs
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• ed2gominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 June 2026Partnership for non-credit online community education courses for personal enrichment and professional development, offered through MHCC's Community Education program.
• ECMC SolutionsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 June 2026Partnership with ECMC Solutions to provide student loan counseling and support to borrowers navigating federal student loan repayment. Free webinars and appointments available.
• USA Track and Field OregonminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2026Major track and field event hosting partnership. MHCC hosts USATF Oregon Junior Olympic Championship, NWAC Championships, Oregon Special Olympics, and regional competitions at upgraded facilities.
• Oregon SBDCcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 June 2026Oregon Small Business Development Center network partnership providing business consulting, training, and development resources for entrepreneurs and small businesses in the MHCC service area.
• Oregon State University (FAST Partnership)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 April 2026MHCC is a member of the Frontiers of Advanced Semiconductor Technology (FAST) partnership led by Oregon State University, receiving $8.5 million in state grants from Oregon's Semiconductor Talent Sustaining Fund to build workforce pathways in the semiconductor industry. MHCC develops new semiconductor courses and expands experiential learning opportunities.
• R&C Management GroupminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 May 2025Selected to guide bond project processes including securing campus, expanding career education facilities, enhancing campus experience, and repairing/updating facilities.
• Multnomah County Preschool for AllcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 February 2025$160,000 scholarship grant from Multnomah County's Preschool for All initiative to support students pursuing early childhood education careers. Funding eases financial barriers for ECE students aligned with PFA's goal of universal preschool access by 2030.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Rogue Community College: Southern Oregon community college offering associate degrees, transfer pathways, apprenticeship, and CTE programs. Direct Oregon community college peer with similar mission, funding, and program structure.
• Clackamas Community College: Neighboring Oregon community college offering associate degrees, transfer pathways, and career-technical education in the same Portland metro labor market. Direct overlap with MHCC's southern district boundary in Clackamas County.
• Linn-Benton Community College: Oregon community college serving the Albany-Corvallis region with comparable associate degree, transfer, and CTE offerings. Peer in the Oregon community college system with similar scale and mission.
• Lane Community College: Oregon community college based in Eugene offering associate degrees, transfer, apprenticeship, and workforce programs. Direct peer in the Oregon community college system with similar student demographics and programs.
• Umpqua Community College: Rural Oregon community college providing associate degrees, university transfer, and workforce training. System-level peer in the Oregon community college network with similar programmatic scope.
• Chemeketa Community College: Public community college in Salem, Oregon offering a similar mix of associate degrees, university transfer, and workforce training. Comparable in mission, governance, and funding model as an Oregon community college peer.
• Portland Community College: Oregon's largest community college serving the Portland metro with similar associate degree, transfer, and workforce training programs. Direct competitor for students in overlapping portions of Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas Counties.

Regional players

• Clark College: Public community college in Vancouver, Washington serving the Portland-Vancouver metro across state lines. Comparable programs, similar community-college mission, and overlapping regional workforce market with MHCC.
• Pierce College: Washington-state community college operating in the Pacific Northwest with comparable associate degree, transfer, and workforce programs. Regional peer in mission and program mix, serving a different but adjacent geography.

Broad incumbents

• Mt. SAC (Mt. San Antonio College): Large California community college with a similar broad portfolio of 120+ associate degree and certificate programs including cybersecurity, healthcare, and skilled trades. Comparable in scale and programmatic breadth though in a different state.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/MtHoodCommunity
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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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