- At Spokane Community College, we strive to provide our community accessible and affordable educational opportunities responsive to the needs of our diverse population.
School Highlights
Spokane Community College serves 9,031 students (50% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 56%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 9,031 students
- In-state tuition: $3,512
- Out-state tuition: $8,702
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 45%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Spokane Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 766 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Spokane Community 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
766 staff
353 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Spokane Community College has declined by 11% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The Spokane Community College diversity score of 0.68 is less than the state average of 0.75. The school's diversity has grown by 10% over five years.
Total Enrollment
9,031 students
4,711 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
# Full-Time Students
4,515 students
2,028 students
# Part-Time Students
4,516 students
3,179 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
903 students
494 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,515 students
2,028 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,516 students
3,179 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
2%
10%
% Hispanic
10%
17%
% Black
3%
7%
% White
55%
44%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
6%
8%
% Non Resident races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
20%
9%
Diversity Score
0.68
0.75
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
26%
30%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.352%
0.3584%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,600
$36,400
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,512 is less than the state average of $4,105. The in-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,702 is more than the state average of $7,359. The out-state tuition has grown by 73% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,512
$4,105
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,702
$7,359
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
70%
58%
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,000
$11,794
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$6,192
Acceptance Rate
n/a
99%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- SCC is one of the top community colleges in the state: outstanding professional/technical programs in many high-demand fields; lively arts and sciences classes that constantly challenge students to reach out and explore the world; instructors who skillfully combine high academic expectations with a caring, personalized approach emphasizing student success; and a staff that consistently demonstrates its unshakable commitment to student service. Located at the corner of Mission Avenue and Greene Street in east Spokane, SCC is highly regarded for its professional-technical programs, including specialties in health sciences; information technology; industrial, manufacturing and automotive technology; hospitality and culinary arts; building trades; and agriculture and natural resource management. The college also has a strong educational tradition in the liberal arts. The campus includes 23 administrative, academic, and support buildings located on 148 acres next to the Spokane River midway between the cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley. SCC is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and governed by the Washington State Board of Community and Technical College.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Spokane Community College cost?
Spokane Community College's tuition is approximately $3,512 for In-State students and $8,702 for Out-State students.
What is Spokane Community College's ranking?
Spokane Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Washington for: Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Spokane Community College located?
Spokane Community College is located in the Chief Garry Park neighborhood of Spokane, WA.
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