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General Contact
- School Code: 530600
- Phone: (206) 368-0210
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
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59%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
21:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
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$6,942Average 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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Bates Technical College
6007- A 244th Street SW, Mountlake Terrace, WA
About
Bates Technical College, located in Tacoma, Washington, began operation in 1940 as a vocational school operating out of the Hawthorne Elementary School basement. The school expanded quickly, becoming a Tacoma Vocation-Technical Institute in 1947, under the direction of Vern Bates, who retired in 1969. To honor Mr. Bates, the school was renamed L.H. Bates Vocational Technical Institute.
By 1991 the school was merged into the Washington State Board of Community and Technical Colleges, where eventually the name was once again changed to its current. The school has expanded its offerings and is dedicated to providing the best education possible for its service area.
Academics
Bates Technical College's primary offerings are for career and technical training to assist individuals in entering the workforce. These programs utilize simulated real world settings to impart the skills and abilities necessary for employment in one's chosen field, with such fields typically being in high demand, particularly among businesses in the BTC's service area. T
hese programs take between one and two years to complete, resulting in a certificate or associate's degree that demonstrates competency and dedication.
Some programs offer transferable credits that may be used in the pursuit of higher levels of education. This is done by completing the equivalent of the first two years of a four year education, followed by applying for transfer to a four year institution to continue that education and earn a bachelor's degree.
Transfer to a public Washington college or university will be easier through transfer agreements that guarantee acceptance if certain requirements are met. Transfer to private or out of state schools will be more difficult due to more stringent admissions policies for transfer students. As a technical college, earned credits may not be transferable by out of state school's or private schools, and as a result should be discussed with a counselor.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Bates Technical College is an open enrollment institution that admits any individuals that meet the minimum criteria for admission, submit a completed application and pay accrued fees. Students are also asked to provide previous transcripts and standardized test scores, and may be asked to take a placement exam prior to registration.
The school also encourages meeting with a counselor to discuss goals and program enrollment. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which is used by the school's financial aid department to determine the student's need and aid program eligibility prior to forming a financial aid packet.
Financial aid must be reapplied for prior to each academic year. Students may be chosen at random to provide additional information to be compared to the FAFSA in order to verify its accuracy as part of new federal regulations governing the disbursement of aid funds.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the students Bates Technical College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP 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 $4,300. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $50 application fee for those applying to a program. 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: $5,200-$6,300
- Out-of-State: $15,000-$17,550
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $130-$150 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $290-$340 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
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Any Financial Aid | 59% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 54% | $7,389 |
Receiving Student Loans | 19% | $3,787 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Bates Technical College may offer services to students including:- Online classes
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assistance to find work
- Day care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dental Assistant Program
- * Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 1962)
- Dental Laboratory Technician Program
- * Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 1969)
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program
- * Accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association, Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (since 2012)
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.
Get more information about the programs offered by Bates Technical College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communication Technology
Computer and Information Sciences
Construction Trades
- Electrician (A, C)
- Carpentry (A, C)
- Property Management (A, C)
Education
Engineering Technology
Health and Clinical Professions
Legal Professions and Studies
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Diesel Mechanic (A, C)
- Industrial Electronics Technology (A, C)
- Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) (A, C)
- Auto Body (C)
- Auto Mechanic (A)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Culinary Arts (A)
Precision Production
- Sheet Metal Technology (A, C)
- Welding (A, C)
- Cabinetmaking and Millwork (A, C)
- CNC (A, C)
- Machinist (A, C)
Security and Protective Services
- Fire Science (A, C)
Transportation and Materials Moving
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Bates Technical College.
- Clover Park Technical College in Vancouver, WA (6 miles away)
- Pierce College at Puyallup in Spokane, WA (11 miles away)
- Green River Community College in Aberdeen, WA (13 miles away)
- South Seattle Community College in Lacey, WA (21 miles away)
- Renton Technical College in Tacoma, WA (23 miles away)
Also, you can compare schools by looking through our list of colleges & universities:
- Visit the main Washington colleges & universities profile page
- Find out what other community colleges are located in Washington
Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 530600
- Phone: (206) 368-0210
- School Homepage