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Bates Technical College

Tacoma, WA·Public·https://www.batestech.edu/

Campus Identity

Ski Town

Bates Technical College is a public community college in Tacoma, WA. Ski resorts are within 50 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 60/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Bates Technical College is a public community college in Tacoma, WA. Ski resorts are within 50 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 60/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$5,071
In-State Tuition
+$1,445 fees
$11,838
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,445 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Urban setting

Beach Access

82 miles

Westport, WA

Ski Access

50 miles

Crystal Mountain Resort

Weather

Warm Climate

50°F avg school-year

Ski Town

50 mi away
2,600 skiable acres11 liftsNo Waffle Cabin
50 mi away
1,994 skiable acres20 lifts
Alpental

Washington

50 mi away
825 skiable acres5 lifts

Nearest Beach

Westport, WA

Ocean access within 82.2 miles

82 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Tacoma, WA

43°Jan44°Feb47°Mar52°Apr58°May62°Jun67°Jul67°Aug62°Sep54°Oct47°Nov42°Dec

Station: TACOMA NUMBER 1 · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

60/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety653882
65/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
38/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
82/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$5,071$11,838
Fees
$1,445$1,445
Total
$6,516$13,283
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

73 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied ProfessionsCertificate
132 grads/yr
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
107 grads/yr
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsCertificate
68 grads/yr
Allied Health and Medical Assisting ServicesCertificate
61 grads/yr
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
58 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
Certificate132 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate107 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Certificate68 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Certificate61 grads
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate58 grads
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Associate's58 grads
Fire Protection
Associate's37 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's31 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate's29 grads
Precision Metal Working
Associate's27 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bates Technical College located?

Bates Technical College is located in Tacoma, WA. The main campus address is 1101 S Yakima Ave, Tacoma, WA. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Bates Technical College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Bates Technical College charges $5,071/year for in-state students and $11,838/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $13,283/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Bates Technical College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Bates Technical College the right fit for me?

Whether Bates Technical College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($11,838/year out-of-state), campus culture in Tacoma, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Bates Technical College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Bates Technical College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Tacoma, WA
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 50°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
60/100
Nearest Airport
Tacoma, WA (TIW) · 6 mialso TCM (8 mi), GRF (14 mi)

Location

Tacoma, WA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.