C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100
Quick Stats
3,490
Total Enrollment
36%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$11,629
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors
The Whatcom Community College Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $654,436
- Avg rent near campus: $2,038/mo — vs ~$1,050/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 98295 (2.7% cap, Sumas)
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🏆 Where Whatcom Community 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 | $3,633 | $9,049 |
| Room | $9,450 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $29,080 | $35,030 |
Financial Aid
57%
Receive Any Aid
34%
Receive Pell Grants
7%
Take Out Loans
$11,629
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $8,666 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $8,510 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $11,745 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $17,893 |
| $110,001+ | $15,888 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
417 grads/yr
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
55 grads/yr
Network and System Administration/Administrator
55 grads/yr
Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide
54 grads/yr
Business/Commerce, General
53 grads/yr
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
43 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
37 grads/yr
Physical Therapy Assistant
32 grads/yr
Child Development
25 grads/yr
Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance
24 grads/yr
Business Administration and Management, General
23 grads/yr
Banking and Financial Support Services
17 grads/yr
Medical/Clinical Assistant
16 grads/yr
Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
13 grads/yr
Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design
12 grads/yr
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
8 grads/yr
Physical Sciences, General
7 grads/yr
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
6 grads/yr
Computer Support Specialist
6 grads/yr
Mechanical Engineering
5 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Whatcom Community 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
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr
667,100 jobs
Computer network architects
$130k/yr
179,200 jobs
Information security analysts
$125k/yr
182,800 jobs
Student Demographics
3,490
Total Students
56%
Women
51%
Traditional Age (18-24)
39%
Off-Campus Renters
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
52%
Hispanic
13%
Black
2%
Asian
6%
Two or More
7%
Non-Resident
2%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
12%
Off-Campus (Renters)
39%
With Family
49%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,375 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
35%
Hybrid (Some Online)
30%
Fully Online
35%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
51%
25-64 (Adult)
26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Whatcom Community 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 Whatcom Community College?
Tuition at Whatcom Community College is
$3,633 for in-state students
and $9,049 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $11,629.
What is the graduation rate at Whatcom Community College?
The graduation rate at Whatcom Community College is 36%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Whatcom Community College a good school?
Whatcom Community 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 (B): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Whatcom Community College?
Whatcom Community College has a total enrollment of 3,490 students.
Is there rental demand near Whatcom Community College?
Yes! Approximately 39% of students at Whatcom Community College live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 1,375 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Bellingham area.
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology