C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100

Columbia Basin College

4-Year Public
📍 Pasco, Washington 99301
Outcomes
C
49/100
Affordability
B
73/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
B+
75/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

6,729
Total Enrollment
28%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,348
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Columbia Basin College

53% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 3,539 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$421,453
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,656
1-Year Change
+1.4%
For parents & investors

The Columbia Basin College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $421,453
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,656/mo — vs ~$778/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 99301 (3.1% cap, Pasco)

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🏆 Where Columbia Basin College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#15
Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance)
of 43 schools
#17
Project Management
of 42 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,514 $7,559
Room $7,002
Total Cost (On-Campus) $20,099 $22,144

Financial Aid

62%
Receive Any Aid
38%
Receive Pell Grants
4%
Take Out Loans
$10,348
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,480
$30,001 - $48,000$7,965
$48,001 - $75,000$8,973
$75,001 - $110,000$10,305
$110,001+$16,108

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 781 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 209 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 75 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 67 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 59 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 49 grads/yr Project Management 42 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 30 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 25 grads/yr Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance) 25 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 24 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 23 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 20 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 19 grads/yr Machine Tool Technology/Machinist 16 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 14 grads/yr Information Technology 13 grads/yr Surgical Technology/Technologist 12 grads/yr Sterile Processing Technology/Technician 11 grads/yr Radiation Protection/Health Physics Technician 11 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Columbia Basin College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs
Elementary school teachers, except special education
$62k/yr 1,422,700 jobs
Kindergarten teachers, except special education
$61k/yr 117,200 jobs
Preschool teachers, except special education
$37k/yr 555,100 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs

Student Demographics

6,729
Total Students
55%
Women
50%
Traditional Age (18-24)
53%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 39%
Hispanic 46%
Black 1%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 11%
Off-Campus (Renters) 53%
With Family 37%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,539 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 33%
Hybrid (Some Online) 36%
Fully Online 31%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 50%
25-64 (Adult) 30%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Columbia Basin College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Columbia Basin College?
Tuition at Columbia Basin College is $5,514 for in-state students and $7,559 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $10,348.
What is the graduation rate at Columbia Basin College?
The graduation rate at Columbia Basin College is 28%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Columbia Basin College a good school?
Columbia Basin College has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Columbia Basin College?
Columbia Basin College has a total enrollment of 6,729 students.
Is there rental demand near Columbia Basin College?
Yes! Approximately 53% of students at Columbia Basin College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 3,539 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Pasco area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology