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Seattle Central College

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Campus Identity

Ski Town

Seattle Central College is a public college in Seattle, WA. Ski resorts are within 44 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 59/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Seattle Central College is a public college in Seattle, WA. Ski resorts are within 44 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 59/100 (Less 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)
$4,344
In-State Tuition
+$326 fees
$4,344
Out-of-State Tuition
+$326 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

Urban setting

Beach Access

96 miles

Kalaloch, WA

Weather

Warm Climate

50°F avg school-year

Ski Town

44 mi away
1,994 skiable acres20 lifts
Alpental

Washington

45 mi away
825 skiable acres5 lifts
Stevens Pass

Washington

58 mi away
1,125 skiable acres12 lifts

Nearest Beach

Kalaloch, WA

Ocean access within 95.9 miles

96 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Seattle, WA

43°Jan44°Feb47°Mar52°Apr58°May63°Jun67°Jul68°Aug63°Sep54°Oct46°Nov42°Dec

Station: SEATTLE BOEING FIELD · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

59/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety623685
62/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
36/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
85/100
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
$4,344$4,344
Fees
$326$326
Total
$4,670$4,670
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

52 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
318 grads/yr$47,506
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
134 grads/yr$88,826
Computer/Information Technology Administration and ManagementCertificate
91 grads/yr
Physical Sciences, GeneralAssociate's
66 grads/yr
Business/Commerce, GeneralAssociate's
64 grads/yr$64,128

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

Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Associate's46 grads$95,486
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's134 grads$88,826
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Bachelor's54 grads$85,809
Business/Commerce, General
Associate's64 grads$64,128
Culinary Arts and Related Services
Associate's45 grads$53,946
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's318 grads$47,506
Design and Applied Arts
Associate's63 grads$43,416
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
Certificate91 grads
Physical Sciences, General
Associate's66 grads
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection
Certificate53 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 Seattle Central College located?

Seattle Central College is located in Seattle, WA. The main campus address is 1701 Broadway Avenue, Seattle, WA. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Seattle Central College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Seattle Central College charges $4,344/year for in-state students and $4,344/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $4,670/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Seattle Central College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Seattle Central College the right fit for me?

Whether Seattle Central College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($4,344/year out-of-state), campus culture in Seattle, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Seattle Central College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Seattle, WA
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 50°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
59/100
Nearest Airport
Seattle, WA (BFI) · 6 mialso SEA (12 mi), PAE (20 mi)

Location

Seattle, 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.