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Cascadia College

18345 Campus Way NE
Bothell, WA 98011
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings
  • Cascadia`s approach to teaching is based on research showing how students really learn. It prepares you for active lifelong learning in a global context, whether your program is in a technical field, business, or the liberal arts. Working in small groups, you`ll develop the ability to communicate effectively, solve problems, make decisions, and interact with others with diverse viewpoints. As a Cascadia College student, you`ll attend classes on a beautiful campus, equipped with state-of the-art technology, that Cascadia shares with the University of Washington Bothell. You`ll also have access to the world-class University of Washington library system.

School Highlights

Cascadia College serves 2,380 students (60% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 60%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 2,380 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,356
  • Student-teacher ratio: 34:1
  • Minority enrollment: 66%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Cascadia College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 60% over five years.
Cascadia College
(WA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
69 staff
156 staff

Student Body

The student population of Cascadia College has declined by 8% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 34:1 has increased from 19:1 over five years.
The Cascadia College diversity score of 0.78 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,380 students
3,741 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
34:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
1,419 students
1,835 students
# Part-Time Students
961 students
1,956 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
2,380 students
3,741 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,419 students
1,835 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
961 students
1,956 students
% Asian
21%
9%
% Hispanic
11%
19%
% Black
2%
6%
% White
34%
40%
% Two or more races
9%
8%
% Non Resident races
5%
3%
% Unknown races
18%
14%
Diversity Score
0.78
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
29%
30%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
36%
36%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) (Year 2013)
$48,200
$36,400

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $4,356 is more than the state average of $4,105. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,356
$4,105
Tuition Notes
www.cascadia.edu/enrollment/pay.aspx
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
43%
70%
Median Debt for Graduates
$6,216
$11,794
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,060
$6,242

Sports

Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Intramural Sports Only
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • As of March 19, 2020, we do not have public access to the college and majority of classes are in a remote learning capacity. Please visit the website for additional information.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cascadia College cost?
Cascadia College's tuition is approximately $4,356 for In-State students.
What sports does Cascadia College offer?
Cascadia College offers 1 interscholastic sports: Intramural Sports Only.
What is Cascadia College's ranking?
Cascadia College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Washington for: Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 2,380 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,356
  • Student-teacher ratio: 34:1
  • Minority enrollment: 66%
  • Source: Verified school update

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King County, WA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.79, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in King County, WA is Seattle Central College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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