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North Seattle College

9600 College Way North
Seattle, WA 98103

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North Seattle Community College provides a supportive, responsive teaching and learning environment distinguished by its commitment to openness, innovation, and excellence in education.

School Highlights

North Seattle College serves 7,707 students (27% of students are full-time).

The college's student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the state community college average of 15:1.

Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the state average of 56%.

Quick Stats (2025)

Enrollment: 7,707 students
In-state tuition: $3,862
Out-state tuition: $9,052
Student:teacher ratio: 21:1
Minority enrollment: 62%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

North Seattle College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 365 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.

North Seattle College

(WA) Community College Avg.

Carnegie Classification

Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's

Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant

Institution Level

Four or more years

Institution Control

Public

Total Faculty

365 staff

353 staff

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Student Body

The student population of North Seattle College has grown by 35% over five years.

The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.

The North Seattle College diversity score of 0.81 is more than the state average of 0.75. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.

Total Enrollment

7,707 students

4,711 students

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Student : Teacher Ratio

21:1

15:1

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# Full-Time Students

2,065 students

2,028 students

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# Part-Time Students

5,642 students

3,179 students

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# Enrollment Undergraduate

770 students

494 students

# Full-Time Undergraduate Students

2,065 students

2,028 students

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# Part-Time Undergraduate Students

5,642 students

3,179 students

Total Dormitory Capacity

n/a

140 students

% American Indian/Alaskan

n/a

% Asian

11%

10%

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% Hispanic

13%

17%

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% Black

11%

% White

38%

44%

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% Hawaiian

n/a

% Two or more races

% Non Resident races

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% Unknown races

15%

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0.81

0.75

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)

21%

28%

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)

0.2797%

0.3584%

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)

$42,500

$36,400

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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $3,862 is less than the state average of $4,105. The in-state tuition has declined by 20% over four years.

The public out-state tuition of $9,052 is more than the state average of $7,359. The out-state tuition has grown by 71% over four years.

In-State Tuition Fees

$3,862

$4,105

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Out-State Tuition Fees

$9,052

$7,359

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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid

47%

58%

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Median Debt for Graduates

$13,004

$11,794

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Median Debt for Dropouts

$6,000

$6,192

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Acceptance Rate

n/a

99%

Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

Established in 1970, NSCC is an accredited two-year public college. It is is one of 34 community and technical colleges in Washington and is part of the Seattle Community College District, which also includes Seattle Central and South Seattle Community Colleges and the Seattle Vocational Institute. NSCC is located in the Northgate area five miles north of the Seattle city center in a quiet residential neighborhood. The college is easily accessed from I-5. Its modern campus occupies 62 acres, including 11 acres of environmentally sensitive wetlands. North Seattle Community College is known for the breadth of its educational choices, the support it provides its students, and the excellence of its instruction. Our programs prepare students to transfer to a four-year college or university and/or enter the workforce. NSCC also offers basic education, English-as-a-second-language, and continuing education classes. NSCC offers more than 40 career training programs and has a robust selection of continuing education and college preparation courses. NSCC is a member of the Seattle Community College District and is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and/or Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does North Seattle College cost?

North Seattle College's tuition is approximately $3,862 for In-State students and $9,052 for Out-State students.

What is North Seattle College's ranking?

North Seattle College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Washington for: Diversity in US community colleges.

In what neighborhood is North Seattle College located?

North Seattle College is located in the Northgate neighborhood of Seattle, WA.

School Calendar

View the North Seattle College yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event

Date

Spring 2025 - Last Day Withdraw 100% Ref

April 11, 2025 (Friday)

Spring 2025 - Last Day Add/Reg/Withdraw

April 18, 2025 (Friday)

Spring 2025 - Last Day Chng Aud/Cr/Wdraw

May 30, 2025 (Friday)

Summer 2025-Last Day Withdraw 100% Ref

July 10, 2025 (Thursday)

Summer 2025 - Last Day Add/Reg/Withdraw

July 17, 2025 (Thursday)

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Quick Stats (2025)

Enrollment: 7,707 students
In-state tuition: $3,862
Out-state tuition: $9,052
Student:teacher ratio: 21:1
Minority enrollment: 62%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

King County, WA community colleges have a of 0.79, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in King County, WA is Renton Technical College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.