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Renton Technical College

Renton, WA·Public·www.rtc.edu/

Campus Identity

Ski Town

Renton Technical College is a public college in Renton, WA. Ski resorts are within 36 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 77/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Renton Technical College is a public college in Renton, WA. Ski resorts are within 36 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 77/100 (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)
$3,781
In-State Tuition
+$1,890 fees
$4,241
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,890 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

99 miles

Ocean Shores, WA

Weather

Warm Climate

50°F avg school-year

Ski Town

36 mi away
1,994 skiable acres20 lifts
Alpental

Washington

36 mi away
825 skiable acres5 lifts
50 mi away
2,600 skiable acres11 liftsNo Waffle Cabin

Nearest Beach

Ocean Shores, WA

Ocean access within 99.4 miles

99 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Renton, WA

43°Jan44°Feb47°Mar51°Apr58°May62°Jun67°Jul68°Aug62°Sep54°Oct46°Nov42°Dec

Station: RENTON MUNICIPAL 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

77/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety7861100
78/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
61/100
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
$3,781$4,241
Fees
$1,890$1,890
Total
$5,671$6,131
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

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsCertificate
113 grads/yr
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
52 grads/yr
Allied Health and Medical Assisting ServicesCertificate
42 grads/yr
Allied Health and Medical Assisting ServicesAssociate's
31 grads/yr$52,192
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
29 grads/yr

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's21 grads$106,906
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Associate's14 grads$66,504
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
Certificate25 grads$59,275
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's31 grads$52,192
Computer Programming
Certificate12 grads$42,751
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Certificate113 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate52 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Certificate42 grads
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate29 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate's23 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 Renton Technical College located?

Renton Technical College is located in Renton, WA. The main campus address is 3000 NE Fourth St, Renton, WA. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Renton Technical College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Renton Technical College charges $3,781/year for in-state students and $4,241/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $6,131/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Renton Technical College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Renton Technical College the right fit for me?

Whether Renton Technical College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($4,241/year out-of-state), campus culture in Renton, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Renton Technical College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Renton, WA
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 50°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
77/100
Nearest Airport
Seattle, WA (BFI) · 6 mialso SEA (7 mi), TIW (24 mi)

Location

Renton, 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.