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Whatcom Community College

#2027 in US ranking Bellingham, WA
Type:
Public
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$27,699
Tuition & fees
$5,296
Avg. aid
$7,091
Receiving aid
62%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
36%
Median salary
$43,000
1 yr after graduation

What are the popular events and traditions at Whatcom Community College?

Whatcom Community College's reported recurring events include Fall Welcome, a Spring BBQ, and commencement. They serve different purposes: welcome programming introduces students to campus opportunities, the spring gathering provides a social occasion, and commencement recognizes students completing their studies.

Event formats, dates, and eligibility can change from year to year. In particular, participating in commencement is a celebration, while the official award of a credential depends on completing the academic and administrative graduation requirements.

What are the student housing and dining options at Whatcom Community College?

Whatcom Community College offers college-operated student housing, so living near classes is an option rather than something every student must arrange independently. Availability should not be mistaken for guaranteed placement: applicants need to review current eligibility, space, contract terms, and application timing.

WCC's Cedar Hall is a student-housing option associated with the campus. Students comparing it with an off-campus rental should examine what is included in the housing charge, the length of the agreement, and arrangements for meals. They should also check current campus food-service options rather than assume that housing automatically includes a meal plan or access to a full dining hall.

Whatcom Community College Campus Life

College owned housing available

Yes

Co-ed housing

No

Freshmen can park on campus

No

Highspeed speed internet

No

School organizations

15

Whatcom Community College Campus at a Glance

Student-to-faculty ratio
11:1
Campus size
52 acres

Whatcom Community College Career Help & Outcomes

Career Centers:

Part time employees: 1

Career Counselling:

Individual: All undergraduates

Group: All undergraduates

Career Center services:

  • Career library
  • Resume preparation
  • Career/Interest testing

Other information:

Job fairs on campus

Yes

Whatcom Community College Library Services and Resources

Main library name

Whatcom Community College Library

Number of libraries on campus

1

Reservable study rooms in library

No

24h access

No

Physical facilities

Yes

Access to digital/electronic resources

Yes

Staff trained to provide and interpret library materials

Yes

Established library hours

Yes

Access to library collections that are shared with other institutions

Yes

Whatcom Community College Computer Labs Access

  • 24h access
  • Help desk

Whatcom Community College Location & Map

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.