Spokane Falls Community College

  • Spokane Falls Community College provides high-quality learning opportunities that are affordable and accessible.

School Highlights

Spokane Falls Community College serves 4,319 students (67% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is same as the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 60%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 4,319 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,512
  • Out-state tuition: $8,702
  • Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
  • Minority enrollment: 38%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 182 teachers has declined by 56% over five years.
Spokane Falls Community 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
Campus Size
113 acres
Total Faculty
182 staff
156 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Spokane Falls Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Spokane Falls Community College diversity score of 0.58 is less than the state average of 0.77. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,319 students
3,791 students

Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
24:1

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Full-Time Students
2,876 students
1,835 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Students
1,443 students
1,956 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Enrollment Undergraduate
4,319 students
3,741 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,876 students
1,835 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,443 students
1,956 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%

Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Asian
2%
9%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Hispanic
11%
19%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Black
3%
6%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% White
62%
40%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Two or more races
8%
8%
% Non Resident races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
11%
14%
Diversity Score
0.58
0.77

Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
22%
30%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
29%
36%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,500
$36,300

Tuition & Financial Aid

The public in-state tuition of $3,512 is less than the state average of $4,105. The in-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,702 is more than the state average of $7,359. The out-state tuition has grown by 69% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,512
$4,105
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,702
$7,359
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
63%
70%

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$11,794

Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,750
$6,242

Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Spokane Falls Community College is located in Spokane, Washington. It is situated above the Spokane River on a 113-acre site, with lush trees and expansive lawns. This secluded and unique setting is enhanced with views of distant scenery of neighboring Riverside State Park and the Centennial Trail. The college offers comprehensive academic transfer, professional/technical, developmental, basic skills, and continuing education programs; provides comprehensive student support services; serves diverse communities; increasing flexible and innovative educational opportunities; becomes an active partner in promoting community services of an educational, cultural, and recreational nature; and contributes to the economic well-being of the communities we serve. SFCC is a comprehensive community college offering a strong liberal arts program for those seeking an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree. We also have state of the art professional-technical programs designed to prepare you to enter the world of work or upgrade skills in order to keep up with a changing workplace. You can even begin training to become a commercial airplane pilot at SFCC. Our courses and programs have fully equipped laboratories and state-of-the-art equipment. Other learning resources include the library with 30 computer workstations; 10 computer labs, including a comprehensive Math Learning Center, a 200-station Computing Resource Center, and the International Language Center. In 1995, our Technical Arts Building opened with a Competency-based Education Resource Center, Graphic Design Learning labs, and an electronic classroom. The college is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Amani Munyaneza - Notable community figure -
    • Sarah Knowles - Founder of Skitch's Pantry -

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Spokane Falls Community College cost?
Spokane Falls Community College's tuition is approximately $3,512 for In-State students and $8,702 for Out-State students.
What schools are Spokane Falls Community College often compared to?
Spokane Falls Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Spokane Community College by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Spokane Falls Community College?
Spokane Falls Community College famous alumni include: Amani Munyaneza - Notable community figure and Sarah Knowles - Founder of Skitch's Pantry.
In what neighborhood is Spokane Falls Community College located?
Spokane Falls Community College is located in the Fort George Wright neighborhood of Spokane, WA.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 4,319 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,512
  • Out-state tuition: $8,702
  • Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
  • Minority enrollment: 38%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Washington public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,105 per year for in-state students and $7,359 for out-of-state students. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Washington is 79%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Washington community colleges have a diversity score of 0.77, which is higher than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Washington is Seattle Central College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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