- Cascadia`s approach to teaching is based on research showing how students really learn. It prepares you for active lifelong learning in a global context, whether your program is in a technical field, business, or the liberal arts. Working in small groups, you`ll develop the ability to communicate effectively, solve problems, make decisions, and interact with others with diverse viewpoints. As a Cascadia College student, you`ll attend classes on a beautiful campus, equipped with state-of the-art technology, that Cascadia shares with the University of Washington Bothell. You`ll also have access to the world-class University of Washington library system.
School Highlights
Cascadia College serves 3,043 students (40% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 56%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 3,043 students
- In-state tuition: $4,356
- Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
- Minority enrollment: 60%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Cascadia College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 174 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Cascadia College
(WA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
174 staff
353 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Cascadia College has declined by 10% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The Cascadia College diversity score of 0.76 is more than the state average of 0.75. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,043 students
4,711 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
# Full-Time Students
1,231 students
2,028 students
# Part-Time Students
1,812 students
3,179 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
304 students
494 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,231 students
2,028 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,812 students
3,179 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
23%
10%
% Hispanic
12%
17%
% Black
3%
7%
% White
40%
44%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
10%
8%
% Non Resident races
5%
3%
% Unknown races
8%
9%
Diversity Score
0.76
0.75
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
29%
30%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.3584%
0.3584%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) (Year 2013)
$48,200
$36,400
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,356 is more than the state average of $4,105. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,356
$4,105
Tuition Notes
www.cascadia.edu/enrollment/pay.aspx
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
18%
58%
Median Debt for Graduates
$6,216
$11,794
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,060
$6,192
Acceptance Rate
n/a
99%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Intramural Sports Only
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- As of March 19, 2020, we do not have public access to the college and majority of classes are in a remote learning capacity. Please visit the website for additional information.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cascadia College cost?
Cascadia College's tuition is approximately $4,356 for In-State students.
What sports does Cascadia College offer?
Cascadia College offers 1 interscholastic sports: Intramural Sports Only.
What is Cascadia College's ranking?
Cascadia College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Washington for: Least debt for graduating students.
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