Edmonds College
About Edmonds College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Edmonds College teaches in Lynnwood, north of Seattle, and keeps dormitories. Business and computing are among its largest programs, and better than a fifth of its students transfer on to a four-year college.
Founded
1967
Location
Lynnwood, Washington
Students
3,656
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
29%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,810
Out-of-state: $10,875
Avg Net Price
$11,010
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$48,144
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
29% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
21.4%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
90.3%
$/Student
$9.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 29% 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
$4,810
In-State
$10,875
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$17,889
Books & Supplies
$987
Total Cost of Attendance
$20,062
After Financial Aid
$11,010
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,133
Receive Grants
14%
Take Loans
4.7%
The total cost of attendance runs about $20,062/yr, including $17,889 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $11,010.
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 Edmonds College fund their education.
While in School
14%
Get Grants
Free money
4.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$20,771
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,855
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$126/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,855, 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 Edmonds College.
Gender
56.8%
Female
43%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,656
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
43.8%
First-Gen
28 yrs
Avg Age
39.1%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 28, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 43.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 10.5% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
3,656
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
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
Edmonds College fields 6 varsity teams with 148 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
148
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
54% / 46%
80
Men
68
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 Edmonds Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$48,144
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$22K
299 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$58K
78 grads
4yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
—
23 grads
Legal Support Services
$39K
23 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
—
20 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$53K
19 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $41K six years out, growing to $48K 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.