- The primary mission of Everett Community College is to provide quality education in an atmosphere that encourages all students to achieve their educational goals. Through effective teaching and supportive student services, the College prepares students to be lifelong learners, responsible community members, and citizens of a rapidly changing world.
School Highlights
Everett Community College serves 7,580 students (54% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the state average of 50%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 7,580 students
- In-state tuition: $3,852
- Out-state tuition: $9,261
- Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
- Minority enrollment: 40%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Everett Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Completion Rates
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 601 teachers has grown by 170% over five years.
Everett Community College
(WA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
601 staff
353 staff
Student Body
The student population of Everett Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Everett Community College diversity score of 0.61 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has declined by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,580 students
4,003 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
# Full-Time Students
4,086 students
2,116 students
# Part-Time Students
3,494 students
1,887 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
688 students
384 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,086 students
2,116 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,494 students
1,887 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
252 students
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
7%
8%
% Hispanic
10%
14%
% Black
2%
5%
% White
60%
50%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
7%
8%
% Non Resident races
5%
6%
% Unknown races
8%
7%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
38%
37%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
2.2%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$37,500
$36,400
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,852 is less than the state average of $4,105. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,261 is more than the state average of $7,359. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,852
$4,105
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,261
$7,359
Tuition Notes
for 15 credits
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
51%
67%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$11,794
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,292
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Founded in 1941, Everett Community College has grown from modest beginnings in a converted elementary school to become a dynamic campus serving university-bound students taking advantage of affordable tuition and flexible schedules, and preparing the region's workforce with new skills for challenging careers. The College has a long history of providing educational programs that are designed to meet community needs. The primary goals of the educational program are to prepare students in the College's service area to transfer to 4-year institutions, to provide skills-related training to those preparing to enter the workforce or update work-related skills, and to offer community interest and community service courses. Today, College programs are highly evolved, state-of-the-art, and serve an ever-widening constituency. Over 10,000 students contribute to a diverse campus life, many times balancing learning, job, and family in the process. Everett Community College offers a variety of professional-technical programs in high demand occupations. Short-term training, certificates and a variety of specific Associate in Technical Arts (ATA) degrees provide many options for students seeking to sharpen skills and enter or advance within their careers. Everett Community College is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, an institutional ccrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education. Everett Community College administers The University Center of North Puget Sound, bringing junior and senior level bachelor's degree programs in a variety of areas to the Everett area. Check out www.uceverett.org for program listings.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Everett Community College cost?
Everett Community College's tuition is approximately $3,852 for In-State students and $9,261 for Out-State students.
What schools are Everett Community College often compared to?
Everett Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Edmonds College by visitors of our site.
What sports does Everett Community College offer?
Everett Community College offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Everett Community College's ranking?
Everett Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Washington for: Largest student body, Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.
School Calendar
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