Shoreline College
About Shoreline College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Shoreline College teaches north of Seattle and keeps dormitories, which few Washington community colleges do. Nursing and business are its largest programs, and it runs an automotive training program with the carmakers.
Founded
1963
Location
Shoreline, Washington
Students
3,046
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
28.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,115
Out-of-state: $7,905
Avg Net Price
$8,585
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$52,009
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
28.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
54%
Transfer Out
15.4%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
97.6%
$/Student
$12.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 28.7% 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
$5,115
In-State
$7,905
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$19,422
Books & Supplies
$528
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,671
After Financial Aid
$8,585
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,390
Receive Grants
12.7%
Take Loans
4.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $16,671/yr, including $19,422 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $8,585.
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 Shoreline College fund their education.
While in School
12.7%
Get Grants
Free money
4.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,253
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,021
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$127/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,021, 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 Shoreline College.
Gender
59.6%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,046
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
40.1%
First-Gen
27 yrs
Avg Age
41.5%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 27, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 40.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 14.5% 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
3,046
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
Shoreline College fields 5 varsity teams with 107 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
5
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
107
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
69% / 31%
74
Men
33
Women
3
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Shoreline Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$52,009
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$29K
413 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$79K
113 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
—
34 grads
Music
—
23 grads
Physical Sciences, General
—
19 grads
Computer Science
—
16 grads
Graduates earn about $43K six years out, growing to $52K 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.