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Public 2 Year

Bates Technical College

Tacoma, Washington

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Overview

Enrollment

4,133
Bates Technical College overview
Location Tacoma, Washington
Online ctc.edu
School Type Public 2 Year
Setting Midsize City
Bates Technical College overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing No
Level of Study Undergrad
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Bates Technical College, situated in Tacoma, Washington, operates across three campuses in the South Puget Sound region. Established in 1940 as a vocational school within Tacoma Public Schools, Bates became an independent technical college in 1991 and now serves as a public two-year institution focused on career education and workforce training. The college maintains its Central/Mohler Campus in downtown Tacoma, the South Campus in south Tacoma, and the Downtown Campus near the city's business district. Bates offers more than 50 career education programs, with particular emphasis on healthcare, manufacturing, digital media, and skilled trades, while also providing adult basic education and high school completion programs. The institution operates on a quarterly academic calendar and follows an open admission policy, allowing students to enroll throughout the year in most programs.

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Admission Requirements

Open Admission

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Annual Cost to Attend

Washington Resident Tuition

$3,984
In State Costs for Bates Technical College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,151
Other Fees$1,377
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $13,017
Budget for Other Expenses$4,308
Total One Year Cost$23,837

Out of State Resident Tuition

$9,733
Out of State Costs for Bates Technical College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,151
Other Fees$1,377
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $13,017
Budget for Other Expenses$4,308
Total One Year Cost$29,586

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$40,800 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Bates Technical College students
Subject Percent of Class
Health Professions 30%
Transportation and Materials Moving 19%
Mechanic and Repair Technologies 18%
Engineering Technology 6%
Construction Trades 6%

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Last updated February 24, 2024