Pierce College at Fort Steilacoom

Overview

Pierce College at Fort Steilacoom, located in Lakewood, Washington, sits in a suburban setting a short drive from the urban offerings of Tacoma. Established in 1967, this public institution has developed a campus that harmonizes contemporary architectural designs with surrounding natural landscapes, offering a tranquil learning environment. The college provides a range of associate degrees, transfer programs, and certificate options, with noticeable strengths in fields such as nursing, veterinary technology, and business. While open enrollment policies foster accessible higher education opportunities, the competitive nature of specific programs like nursing can mean selectivity varies within the institution. Pierce College at Fort Steilacoom does not have traditional on-campus student housing facilities. The institution is more academic-centric; athletics do not stand as a core identifier, thus not distinguished by specific sports team successes.

Pierce College at Fort Steilacoom has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  4,496 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 4,139 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $3,927 plus fees of $612.