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Bellingham Technical College

Bellingham, WA·Public·https://www.btc.edu/

Campus Identity

Ski Town

Bellingham Technical College is a public college in Bellingham, WA. 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.

At a Glance

Bellingham Technical College is a public college in Bellingham, WA. 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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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$2,832
In-State Tuition
+$1,172 fees
$3,544
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,683 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Urban setting

Beach Access

100 miles

Neah Bay, WA

Ski Access

39 miles

Mt. Baker Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

47°F avg school-year

Ski Town

39 mi away
1,000 skiable acres10 lifts
Mt Seymour

British Columbia

44 mi away
200 skiable acres5 lifts
Grouse Mountain

British Columbia

50 mi away
212 skiable acres5 lifts

Nearest Beach

Neah Bay, WA

Ocean access within 100.5 miles

100 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Bellingham, WA

40°Jan42°Feb45°Mar50°Apr56°May60°Jun64°Jul64°Aug59°Sep51°Oct45°Nov40°Dec

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

88/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety10059100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
59/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
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
$2,832$3,544
Fees
$1,172$1,683
Total
$4,004$5,227
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

63 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
58 grads/yr
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
56 grads/yr
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, GeneralAssociate's
43 grads/yr
Electrical and Power Transmission InstallersAssociate's
40 grads/yr
Precision Metal WorkingAssociate's
36 grads/yr

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

Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate58 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's56 grads
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General
Associate's43 grads
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Associate's40 grads
Precision Metal Working
Associate's36 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Certificate36 grads
Precision Metal Working
Certificate34 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate33 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's33 grads
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Certificate30 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 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 much does it cost to attend Bellingham Technical College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Bellingham Technical College charges $2,832/year for in-state students and $3,544/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $5,227/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — 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, cost ($3,544/year out-of-state), campus culture in Bellingham, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Bellingham Technical College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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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)

Location

Bellingham, 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.