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Pierce College District

Lakewood, WA·Public·www.pierce.ctc.edu/

Campus Identity

Pierce College District is a public college in Lakewood, WA. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 60/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Pierce College District is a public college in Lakewood, WA. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 60/100 (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)
$3,825
In-State Tuition
+$531 fees
$4,287
Out-of-State Tuition
+$531 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Urban setting

Beach Access

75 miles

Westport, WA

Ski Access

53 miles

Crystal Mountain Resort

Weather

Warm Climate

48°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

53 mi away
2,600 skiable acres11 liftsNo Waffle Cabin
57 mi away
1,994 skiable acres20 lifts
Alpental

Washington

57 mi away
825 skiable acres5 lifts

Nearest Beach

Westport, WA

Ocean access within 75.1 miles

75 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Lakewood, WA

41°Jan43°Feb46°Mar49°Apr56°May60°Jun65°Jul65°Aug61°Sep52°Oct45°Nov41°Dec

Station: TACOMA NARROWS 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

60/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety614186
61/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
41/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
86/100
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
$3,825$4,287
Fees
$531$531
Total
$4,356$4,818
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

57 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
1,171 grads/yr
Business/Commerce, GeneralAssociate's
89 grads/yr
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
77 grads/yr
Physical Sciences, GeneralAssociate's
41 grads/yr
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsCertificate
38 grads/yr

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

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's1,171 grads
Business/Commerce, General
Associate's89 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's77 grads
Physical Sciences, General
Associate's41 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Certificate38 grads
Biology, General
Associate's36 grads
Computer Software and Media Applications
Associate's32 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Certificate32 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's31 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Bachelor's26 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 Pierce College District located?

Pierce College District is located in Lakewood, WA. The main campus address is 9401 Farwest Dr SW, Lakewood, WA. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Pierce College District?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Pierce College District charges $3,825/year for in-state students and $4,287/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $4,818/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Pierce College District's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Pierce College District the right fit for me?

Whether Pierce College District is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($4,287/year out-of-state), campus culture in Lakewood, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Pierce College District against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Lakewood, WA
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 48°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
60/100
Nearest Airport
Tacoma, WA (TCM) · 5 mialso GRF (6 mi), TIW (7 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.