Columbia Basin College
About Columbia Basin College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Columbia Basin College serves the Tri-Cities of eastern Washington from Pasco. Business, information technology, teacher education and dental support are its largest programs. It is open admission and grants bachelor's degrees as well as associate ones.
Founded
1955
Location
Pasco, Washington
Students
4,640
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
33.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,555
Out-of-state: $8,668
Avg Net Price
$8,317
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$46,680
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
33.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
33.3%
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
98.1%
$/Student
$6.9K
Class Size
Large
The 33.3% 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
$6,555
In-State
$8,668
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,222
Books & Supplies
$745
Total Cost of Attendance
$18,261
After Financial Aid
$8,317
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,010
Receive Grants
25.7%
Take Loans
4.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $18,261/yr, including $11,222 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $8,317.
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 Columbia Basin College fund their education.
While in School
25.7%
Get Grants
Free money
4.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,700
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$14,829
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$157/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $14,829, 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 Columbia Basin College.
Gender
62.8%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,640
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
50.1%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
30.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 50.1% 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
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
4,640
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Mixed
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
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
Columbia Basin College fields 6 varsity teams with 167 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NWAC
Northwest Athletic Conference
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
167
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
89
Men
78
Women
4
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Columbia Basin Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$46,680
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$48K
73 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
$60K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
17 grads
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$71K
16 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$85K
13 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
8 grads
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $47K 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.