School Highlights
Skagit Valley College serves 4,028 students (56% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 60%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 4,028 students
- In-state tuition: $4,200
- Out-state tuition: $4,700
- Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
- Minority enrollment: 59%
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
The teacher population of 222 teachers has declined by 50% over five years.
Skagit Valley College
(WA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1926
Total Faculty
222 staff
156 staff
School Calendar
School Motto
Skagit Valley College provides opportunities for students in pursuit of their educational and employment goals.
Student Body
The student population of Skagit Valley College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Skagit Valley College diversity score of 0.72 is less than the state average of 0.77. The school's diversity has grown by 32% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,028 students
3,791 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
2,239 students
1,835 students
# Part-Time Students
1,789 students
1,956 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
4,028 students
3,741 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,239 students
1,835 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,789 students
1,956 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
140 students
150 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
3%
9%
% Hispanic
25%
19%
% Black
2%
6%
% White
41%
40%
% Two or more races
6%
8%
% Non Resident races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
21%
14%
Diversity Score
0.72
0.77
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
18%
30%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
34%
36%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,800
$36,300
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $4,200 is more than the state average of $4,105. The in-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,700 is less than the state average of $7,359. The out-state tuition has declined by 37% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,200
$4,105
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,700
$7,359
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
68%
70%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,735
$11,794
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,125
$6,242
Sports
Colors
Cardinal Red, White, Black
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Skagit Valley College is, above all, a place where learning comes to life. Our faculty and staff dedicate themselves to providing high-quality education in a friendly atmosphere with personal attention provided to our students. We want to help you achieve your educational goals. SVC offers Associate in Arts General Studies, Associate in Arts General Studies (SOCNAV), Associate in Arts University College Transfer Degree (AAUCT), Associate in Business degree, Associate in Music degree, Associate in Science degree, Associate in Technical Arts degree (ATA), Associate in Visual Arts degree, Adult High School Diploma, Community College Diploma, Certificate of Educational Competence (GED) and Becoming a Teacher program.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Skagit Valley College cost?
Skagit Valley College's tuition is approximately $4,200 for In-State students and $4,700 for Out-State students.
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