C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100
Quick Stats
5,210
Total Enrollment
31%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,093
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors
The Seattle Central College Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $821,024
- Avg rent near campus: $2,086/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 98121 (3.9% cap, Seattle)
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🏆 Where Seattle Central College Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,458 | $4,947 |
Financial Aid
91%
Receive Any Aid
38%
Receive Pell Grants
5%
Take Out Loans
$8,093
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $5,808 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $5,570 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $9,070 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $7,563 |
| $110,001+ | $10,224 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
317 grads/yr
Computer Support Specialist
138 grads/yr
Building Construction Technology/Technician
110 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
104 grads/yr
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
90 grads/yr
Physical Sciences, General
76 grads/yr
Business/Commerce, General
62 grads/yr
Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
58 grads/yr
Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide
50 grads/yr
Medical/Clinical Assistant
42 grads/yr
Commercial and Advertising Art
41 grads/yr
Fashion/Apparel Design
27 grads/yr
Dental Assisting/Assistant
27 grads/yr
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
22 grads/yr
Surgical Technology/Technologist
19 grads/yr
Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer
12 grads/yr
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
12 grads/yr
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
11 grads/yr
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
10 grads/yr
Clinical/Medical Social Work
10 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Seattle Central College's top programs commonly pursue.
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr
183,400 jobs
Computer network support specialists
$73k/yr
152,700 jobs
Computer user support specialists
$60k/yr
729,500 jobs
First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers
$79k/yr
921,600 jobs
Civil engineering technologists and technicians
$64k/yr
64,900 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr
3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr
91,600 jobs
Student Demographics
5,210
Total Students
57%
Women
50%
Traditional Age (18-24)
48%
Off-Campus Renters
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
24%
Hispanic
12%
Black
16%
Asian
18%
Two or More
7%
Non-Resident
11%
🏠 Living Arrangements
Off-Campus (Renters)
48%
With Family
52%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,501 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
42%
Hybrid (Some Online)
26%
Fully Online
32%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
50%
25-64 (Adult)
38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Seattle Central 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 Seattle Central College?
Tuition at Seattle Central College is
$4,458 for in-state students
and $4,947 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,093.
What is the graduation rate at Seattle Central College?
The graduation rate at Seattle Central College is 31%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Seattle Central College a good school?
Seattle Central College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (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 (C): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Seattle Central College?
Seattle Central College has a total enrollment of 5,210 students.
Is there rental demand near Seattle Central College?
Yes! Approximately 48% of students at Seattle Central College live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 2,501 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Seattle area.
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology