Pierce College at Puyallup

FINANCIAL AID RATE

58%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

13:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

2

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$5,491

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Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Also known as Carrington College-Spokane

10102 E. Knox Ave., Ste. 200, Spokane, WA

About

Pierce College, located in Puyallup, Washington, is a multi campus public two year institution founded in 1967 and was originally known as CLover Park Community College. That same year the state of Washington passed a law shifting control of community colleges from local school districts to the state, resulting in new operations for the school and a new campus in Fort Steilacoom, resulting in a name change to Fort Steilacoom Community College. Increased enrollment resulting in a name change to the current, as it better reflects the role of the school and its service area. The campus in Puyallup was built in 1989 and opened a year later, becoming a full service college in 1999.

Academics

Pierce College at Puyallup is a comprehensive community college that offers academic and career training opportunities. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the first two years of education locally and at low cost, followed by transfer to their school of choice to complete a bachelor's degree. Career training programs are for individuals seeking employment in skill oriented high demand fields or industries. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a degree or certificate upon completion.

Programs offered include:

Academics

Individuals interested in enrollment at Pierce College may do so by completing an application for admission and paying the associated fees. Students should be at least eighteen years of age or have a high school diploma. Students are asked to provide transcripts and test scores if available, and to meet with a counselor prior to registration to discuss program enrollment options. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and is awarded based on need as determined by the information provided by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the applicants Carrington College-Spokane accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

Dual Credits
Life Experience Credits
AP Course Credits

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $8,400. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

Annual tuition range estimates:
- State Residents: $3,600-$4,400
- Out-of-State: $4,100-$4,894
Charges for part-time students are:
- In-State: $110-$130 per unit
- Out-of-State: $130-$150 per unit

Financial Aid Details

The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.

	Percent of Students	Average Amount
Any Financial Aid	58%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	40%	$5,898
Receiving Student Loans	22%	$4,600

Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Pierce College at Puyallup may provide services to students like:

Online course work available
Night and weekend classes available
Remedial instructional courses
Academic counseling for students
Work study style employment
Child care

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 2007)

Programs Offered

The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

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