- Centralia College is a public community college in Centralia, Washington. Although it primarily offers certificates and Associate degrees, it also offers a few Bachelor's degrees. Founded in 1925, Centralia is the oldest continuously operating community college in the state of Washington.
School Highlights
Centralia College serves 2,244 students (67% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 60%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 2,244 students
- In-state tuition: $3,858
- Out-state tuition: $4,272
- Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
- Minority enrollment: 43%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Centralia College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 119 teachers has declined by 57% over five years.
Centralia College
(WA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
Four or more years
0
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
119 staff
156 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
18
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Centralia College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Centralia College diversity score of 0.62 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 33% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,244 students
3,791 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
1,493 students
1,835 students
# Part-Time Students
751 students
1,956 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
187 students
324 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,493 students
1,835 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
751 students
1,956 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
150 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
2%
9%
% Hispanic
18%
19%
% Black
3%
6%
% White
57%
40%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
7%
8%
% Non Resident races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
11%
14%
Diversity Score
0.62
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
34%
29%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
44%
36%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,900
$36,400
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,858 is less than the state average of $4,105. The in-state tuition has declined by 19% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,272 is less than the state average of $7,359. The out-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,858
$4,105
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,272
$7,359
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
80%
70%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$11,794
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$6,242
Acceptance Rate
n/a
75%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Centralia College is the oldest continuously operating community college in the state of Washington. Founded in 1925, the College has a rich heritage of professional, technical, transfer, and basic skills programs serving the community. Centralia College is a small, rural, safe, comprehensive community college that offers many of the experiences of college life found at larger institutions. We have numerous student activities including clubs, student programs, athletics, theater productions, and dances. The college offersAssociate in Arts (AA), Associate in Liberal Arts (ALA), Associate In Science (AS), Associate in Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T), Associate in Technical Arts (ATA) and Associate in General Studies (AGS) degrees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Centralia College cost?
Centralia College's tuition is approximately $3,858 for In-State students and $4,272 for Out-State students.
What is Centralia College's ranking?
Centralia College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Washington for: Least expensive tuition.
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