Whatcom Community College

237 West Kellogg Road, Bellingham, WA, 98226 - View a map of this school Map

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Whatcom Community College is a state supported, public, comprehensive community college. Its primary mission is effective quality education designed to foster the development of students' knowledge, communication and critical thinking skills, personal integrity, global understanding, and appreciation of diversity. In preparing students for full and effective lives in a changing world, the College offers courses and associate degrees necessary for successful transfer to baccalaureate institutions; professional technical degrees and certificates; and pre-college, self-development, and community education courses and programs. ...

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County Whatcom County, WA -
Title IV Eligible YES Yes
Carnegie Classification Associate of Arts Colleges Associate of Arts Colleges
Institution Level At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control Public Public
Full-Time Undergraduate 2,027 students 1,020 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 1,817 students 1,444 students
Total Enrollment 3,844 students 2,213 students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 37% 78%
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 27% 46%
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $2,670 $2,845
% Students Receiving State/Local Grants 27% 29%
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $1,669 $1,273
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 11% 12%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $1,201 $1,146
% Students Receiving Loans 10% 38%
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $2,301 $3,129

School Notes:

  • The College's main campus is located in Bellingham, Washington. This area, well known for its natural beauty, is nestled between majestic Mt. Baker and Puget Sound providing many recreational opportunities. The College offers day and evening classes in new, attractive, and up-to-date facilities. Classes average 25-35 students, allowing more individual attention from faculty.
  • The College, which is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, offers associate degrees in academic transfer, general studies, and professional/technical areas, as well as opportunities to complete high school, or take classes for personal enrichment. The college also has special programs to assist students in acquiring learning skills necessary for academic and occupational success.
  • Academic Departments and Professional Programs at Whatcom Community College includes Academic Skills/Resources, Administration of Justice, Behavioral and Social Sciences, Business Administration, Business Department, Computer Information Systems, Early Childhood Education, Education Paraprofessional, English, Hospitality & Tourism Business Management, Interdisciplinary Studies, Library & Information Science, Massage Practitioner, Math, Medical Assisting, Nursing, Office Administration, Paralegal Studies, Physical Therapist Assistant, Science, Visual and Performing Arts, Visual Communications and World Languages.
  • Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.

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