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Clover Park Technical College

Lakewood, WA·Public·www.cptc.edu/

Campus Identity

Ski Town

Clover Park Technical College is a public college in Lakewood, WA. Ski resorts are within 50 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 76/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Clover Park Technical College is a public college in Lakewood, WA. Ski resorts are within 50 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 76/100 (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)
$5,040
In-State Tuition
+$700 fees
$5,040
Out-of-State Tuition
+$700 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

78 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
54 mi away
1,994 skiable acres20 lifts
Alpental

Washington

54 mi away
825 skiable acres5 lifts

Nearest Beach

Westport, WA

Ocean access within 78.5 miles

78 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Lakewood, 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

76/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety903995
90/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
39/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
95/100
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
$5,040$5,040
Fees
$700$700
Total
$5,740$5,740
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

64 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
94 grads/yr$74,121
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesAssociate's
70 grads/yr$33,290
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansAssociate's
40 grads/yr
Computer/Information Technology Administration and ManagementCertificate
37 grads/yr
Allied Health and Medical Assisting ServicesAssociate's
37 grads/yr$47,323

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's grads$116,970
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate94 grads$74,121
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
Associate's33 grads$69,841
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's21 grads$63,941
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's37 grads$47,323
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
Certificate13 grads$40,966
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate's6 grads$38,202
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Certificate6 grads$37,659
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Associate's70 grads$33,290
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate's40 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 Clover Park Technical College located?

Clover Park Technical College is located in Lakewood, WA. The main campus address is 4500 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood, WA. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Clover Park Technical College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Clover Park Technical College charges $5,040/year for in-state students and $5,040/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $5,740/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Clover Park Technical College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Clover Park Technical College the right fit for me?

Whether Clover Park Technical College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($5,040/year out-of-state), campus culture in Lakewood, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Clover Park Technical College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Lakewood, WA
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 50°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
76/100
Nearest Airport
Tacoma, WA (TCM) · 3 mialso TIW (7 mi), GRF (8 mi)

Location

Lakewood, 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.