At a Glance
Bellingham Technical College is a small public college in Bellingham, WA. Approximately 1,733 undergraduates are enrolled. The campus sits on Lake Whatcom, just 4 miles from the water. The campus sits in a beach town, just 0 miles from the ocean. Ski resorts are within 39 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 88/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Location
Bellingham, WA
Campus Identity
Bellingham Technical College is a small public college in Bellingham, WA. Approximately 1,733 undergraduates are enrolled. The campus sits on Lake Whatcom, just 4 miles from the water. The campus sits in a beach town, just 0 miles from the ocean. Ski resorts are within 39 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 88/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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Campus Lifestyle
Bellingham Technical College is a 1,000–4,999, urban school. The campus is 0 miles from Squalicum Beach, WA and 39 miles from Mt. Baker Ski Area.
School Size & Setting
1,000–4,999
Urban setting
Beach Access
0 miles
Squalicum Beach, WA
Weather
Warm Climate
47°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Bellingham Technical College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Mt. Baker Ski Area, 39 miles away with 10 lifts and 1,000 skiable acres. All are within 50 miles of campus.
Washington
British Columbia
British Columbia
Beach Town
Students at Bellingham Technical College are less than a mile from Squalicum Beach, WA, putting the coast within easy reach any day of the week.
Squalicum Beach, WA
Ocean access within 0.2 miles
Lake Life Campus
Lake Whatcom is 4 miles from campus, making it a true lake-life school, giving Bellingham Technical College students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Lake Whatcom
Lake access within 4.2 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Bellingham, WA
Bellingham has a cool climate, with winters averaging 40°F in Dec and summers peaking around 64°F in Jul.
Station: BELLINGHAM INTERNATIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Bellingham Technical College in WA earns a composite safety score of 88/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.
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
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,431 | $5,809 |
| Fees | $1,172 | $1,683 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $5,603 | $7,492 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
63 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
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 Bellingham Technical College located?
Bellingham Technical College is located in Bellingham, WA. The main campus address is 3028 Lindbergh Ave, Bellingham, WA. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.
How many students attend Bellingham Technical College?
Bellingham Technical College enrolls 1,733 undergraduates. That figure counts degree-seeking undergraduate students across all years, not just the incoming class, and it excludes graduate students. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend Bellingham Technical College?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Bellingham Technical College charges $4,431/year for in-state students and $5,809/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost is approximately $5,227/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $5,997/year — what students actually pay. Use Bellingham Technical College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is Bellingham Technical College the right fit for me?
Whether Bellingham Technical College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($5,997/year after aid), campus culture in Bellingham, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Bellingham Technical College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Bellingham Technical College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- Bellingham, WA
- Size
- 1,000–4,999
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 47°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 88/100
- Nearest Airport
- Bellingham, WA (BLI) · 2 mialso ESD (19 mi), FRD (29 mi)