Big Bend Community College
About Big Bend Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Big Bend Community College teaches in Moses Lake, in the irrigated desert of central Washington, and trains commercial pilots and aircraft mechanics at the airfield beside it. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution with dormitories.
Founded
1962
Location
Moses Lake, Washington
Students
1,272
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
41.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,059
Out-of-state: $5,619
Avg Net Price
$12,210
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$43,814
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
41.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
12.3%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
96.7%
$/Student
$8.6K
Class Size
Medium
The 41.5% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,059
In-State
$5,619
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$17,310
Books & Supplies
$528
Total Cost of Attendance
$21,661
After Financial Aid
$12,210
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,060
Receive Grants
34.9%
Take Loans
6.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $21,661/yr, including $17,310 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $12,210.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Big Bend Community College fund their education.
While in School
34.9%
Get Grants
Free money
6.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,000
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,166
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$97/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,166, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Big Bend Community College.
Gender
61.2%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,272
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
52.6%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
26.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 52.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,272
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Big Bend Community College fields 5 varsity teams with 164 student athletes, about 13% of the student body.
Division
NWAC
Northwest Athletic Conference
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Wrestling
Student Athletes
164
13% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
92
Men
72
Women
3
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Big Bend Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,814
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$23K
285 grads
1yr Earnings
Air Transportation
—
28 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
—
17 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$80K
17 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
—
11 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
9 grads
Graduates earn about $35K six years out, growing to $44K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.