Tacoma Community College
About Tacoma Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Tacoma Community College teaches in the west end of the city, in Washington. Nursing and business are its largest programs, and a fifth of its students go on to a four-year college.
Founded
1965
Location
Tacoma, Washington
Students
4,668
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
31.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,507
Out-of-state: $11,646
Avg Net Price
$8,376
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$47,168
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
31.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
20.4%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
96.1%
$/Student
$8.2K
Class Size
Medium
The 31.5% 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
$5,507
In-State
$11,646
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$528
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,766
After Financial Aid
$8,376
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,112
Receive Grants
25.8%
Take Loans
12%
Tuition is $5,507/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $8,376.
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 Tacoma Community College fund their education.
While in School
25.8%
Get Grants
Free money
12%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,692
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$13,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$138/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $13,000, 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 Tacoma Community College.
Gender
66.7%
Female
33%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,668
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
45.1%
First-Gen
27 yrs
Avg Age
38.4%
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. 45.1% 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
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
4,668
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Tacoma Community College fields 4 varsity teams with 110 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NWAC
Northwest Athletic Conference
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
110
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
65
Men
45
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 Tacoma Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$47,168
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$26K
549 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$82K
77 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$41K
51 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
—
33 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$73K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Services, General
$41K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $39K 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.