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Columbia Basin College

Pasco, WA·Public·www.columbiabasin.edu/

Campus Identity

Columbia Basin College is a public college in Pasco, WA. Ski resorts are within 42 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 87/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Columbia Basin College is a public college in Pasco, WA. Ski resorts are within 42 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 87/100 (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)
$5,088
In-State Tuition
+$667 fees
$6,817
Out-of-State Tuition
+$667 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

5,000–9,999

Suburban setting

Ski Access

42 miles

Spout Springs

Weather

Warm Climate

47°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Spout Springs

Oregon

42 mi away
200 skiable acres4 lifts
62 mi away
355 skiable acres3 lifts
2,000 skiable acres7 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Pasco, WA

35°Jan38°Feb46°Mar53°Apr61°May68°Jun75°Jul73°Aug64°Sep52°Oct41°Nov34°Dec

Station: PASCO TRI CITIES 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

87/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety918183
91/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
81/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
83/100
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
$5,088$6,817
Fees
$667$667
Total
$5,755$7,484
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

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
777 grads/yr$54,447
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsCertificate
98 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's
73 grads/yr$77,260
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsAssociate's
45 grads/yr
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
45 grads/yr$88,368

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's45 grads$88,368
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
Bachelor's32 grads$81,742
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Bachelor's73 grads$77,260
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's34 grads$64,093
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's777 grads$54,447
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's22 grads$40,429
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Certificate98 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's45 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate33 grads
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
Associate's28 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 Columbia Basin College located?

Columbia Basin College is located in Pasco, WA. The main campus address is 2600 N 20th Ave, Pasco, WA. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Columbia Basin College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Columbia Basin College charges $5,088/year for in-state students and $6,817/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $7,484/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Columbia Basin College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Columbia Basin College the right fit for me?

Whether Columbia Basin College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($6,817/year out-of-state), campus culture in Pasco, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Columbia Basin College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Pasco, WA
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 47°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
87/100
Nearest Airport
Pasco, WA (PSC) · 1 mialso PDT (41 mi), ALW (41 mi)

Location

Pasco, 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.