At a Glance
Centralia College is a small public college in Centralia, WA. Approximately 1,552 undergraduates are enrolled. Riffe Lake is about 28 miles from campus. The nearest beach is about 27 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 48/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Location
Centralia, WA
Campus Identity
Centralia College is a small public college in Centralia, WA. Approximately 1,552 undergraduates are enrolled. Riffe Lake is about 28 miles from campus. The nearest beach is about 27 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 48/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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Campus Lifestyle
Centralia College is a 1,000–4,999, small-town school. The campus is 27 miles from Countryside Beach, WA and 70 miles from Crystal Mountain Resort.
School Size & Setting
1,000–4,999
Town setting
Beach Access
27 miles
Countryside Beach, WA
Weather
Warm Climate
47°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Centralia College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Crystal Mountain Resort, 70 miles away with 11 lifts and 2,600 skiable acres. All are within 88 miles of campus.
Washington
Washington
Washington
Nearest Beach
Students at Centralia College are 27 miles from Countryside Beach, WA.
Countryside Beach, WA
Ocean access within 27.2 miles
Nearby Lake
Riffe Lake is 28 miles from campus, giving Centralia College students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Riffe Lake
Lake access within 28.4 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Centralia, WA
Centralia has a cool climate, with winters averaging 39°F in Dec and summers peaking around 66°F in Aug.
Station: CENTRALIA · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Centralia College in WA earns a composite safety score of 48/100, rated Less 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 | $5,266 | $5,651 |
| Fees | $427 | $427 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $5,693 | $6,078 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
52 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 Centralia College located?
Centralia College is located in Centralia, WA. The main campus address is 600 Centralia College Blvd., Centralia, WA. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.
How many students attend Centralia College?
Centralia College enrolls 1,552 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 Centralia College?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Centralia College charges $5,266/year for in-state students and $5,651/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost is approximately $5,239/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $9,862/year — what students actually pay. Use Centralia College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is Centralia College the right fit for me?
Whether Centralia 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 ($9,862/year after aid), campus culture in Centralia, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Centralia College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Centralia College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- Centralia, WA
- Size
- 1,000–4,999
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 47°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 48/100
- Nearest Airport
- Olympia, WA (OLM) · 18 mialso GRF (31 mi), TCM (37 mi)