WHATCOM COMMUNITY COLLEGE
- 237 W Kellogg Rd
- Bellingham, WA 98226
- OPEID College Code: 01036400
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- General Phone: (360) 383-3000
- President: Kathi Hiyane-Brown
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 4,663
- College Alias: WCC
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Whatcom Community College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Website
- www.whatcom.ctc.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
Accreditation
- Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Rural-Serving Medium
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Mixed Part/Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Medium Two-Year
Whatcom Community College Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.whatcom.ctc.edu
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 28%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 7% | 19% | 23% | 7% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,524 | $3,183 | $1,931 | $1,046 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 8.9% | 11.2% | 8.7% |
| Number in Default | 16 | 25 | 26 |
| Number in Repayment | 178 | 223 | 296 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $3,105 | $2,799 | $2,475 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $3,105 | $2,799 | $2,475 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $8,325 | $8,013 | $7,650 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,080 | $1,080 | $1,050 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,460 | $8,064 | $7,839 |
| Other Expenses | $3,897 | $3,840 | $3,780 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,129 | $3,840 | $3,237 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $4,185 | $3,879 | $3,525 |
| In-State | $4,185 | $3,879 | $3,525 |
| Out of State | $9,405 | $9,093 | $8,700 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $16,542 | $15,783 | $15,144 |
| In-State | $16,542 | $15,783 | $15,144 |
| Out of State | $21,762 | $20,997 | $20,319 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $7,314 | $7,269 | $6,762 |
| In-State | $7,314 | $7,269 | $6,762 |
| Out of State | $12,534 | $12,483 | $11,937 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Certificate | Associate | |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | ||
| Bookkeeping Degree | 12 | - |
| Business Administration Degree | - | 10 |
| Hospitality Administration and Management Degree | 1 | - |
| Marketing, Other Degree | 4 | - |
| Office Management Degree | 1 | - |
| Communication Technology | ||
| Prepress , Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design Degree | - | 21 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | ||
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other Degree | 1 | 12 |
| Computer Systems Networking Degree | 2 | - |
| Education | ||
| Early Childhood Education Degree | 2 | 8 |
| Teacher Assistant Degree | 4 | 2 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Massage Therapy Degree | - | 18 |
| Medical Insurance Coding Degree | 3 | - |
| Nursing Degree | - | 26 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant Degree | - | 37 |
| Medical Assistant Degree | 4 | 18 |
| Legal Professions and Studies | ||
| Paralegal Degree | 5 | 5 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences | ||
| Liberal Arts Degree | - | 558 |
| Physical Sciences | ||
| Physical Sciences Degree | - | 1 |
| Security and Protective Services | ||
| Law Enforcement Administration Degree | - | 5 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 4,663 Undergraduate: 4,663
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,054 Female: 2,609
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,054 Female: 2,609
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 2,471 Part-Time: 2,192
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 2,471 Part-Time: 2,192
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 105 | 2% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 479 | 10% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 709 | 15% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,242 | 27% |
| Ages 20-21 | 935 | 20% |
| Ages 22-24 | 591 | 13% |
| Ages 25-29 | 423 | 9% |
| Ages 30-34 | 276 | 6% |
| Ages 35-39 | 163 | 3% |
| Ages 40-49 | 192 | 4% |
| Ages 50-65 | 122 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 10 | 0.2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 469 | 195 | 274 |
| Faculty Status | 312 | 74 | 238 |
| Tenured Faculty | 50 | 50 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 312 | 74 | 238 |
| Primarily Instruction | 312 | 74 | 238 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 70 | 46 | 24 |
| Other Professionals | 10 | 9 | 1 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 77 | 66 | 11 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 42 | 38 | 4 |
| Skilled Crafts | 3 | 3 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 15 | 15 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $49,737 (74) | $52,764 (30) | $47,673 (44) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $49,737 (74) | $52,764 (30) | $47,673 (44) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $94,937 | $39,320 | $55,617 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 41% | 59% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Basketball | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Soccer | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Volleyball | 10 | - | 10 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $5,500 | $5,500 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $1,500 | $1,286 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Basketball | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Soccer | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 60%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 46%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 27% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 28% |
| Female | 26% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 33% |
| Asian | 30% |
| Hispanic | 42% |
| White | 28% |
| Unknown | 14% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 4 | 2 |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
