Whatcom Community College

What are the graduation rates for students at Whatcom Community College?

Whatcom Community College's reported overall graduation rate was 36% in the 2024-25 IPEDS figures. The federal graduation-rate measure follows a defined group of first-time, full-time students and generally counts completion within 150% of a credential's normal time; for a two-year program, that is typically three years.

This is not the percentage of everyone who ever enrolled and does not, on its own, describe the outcomes of part-time students or those who transferred elsewhere without completing a WCC credential. It is useful for comparing a consistently defined group, but a prospective student should also consider the completion and transfer requirements of the specific program they intend to enter.

What is the earning potential for graduates at Whatcom Community College?

Whatcom Community College enrollment does not imply a particular post-college salary. Earnings depend on the credential completed, occupation, location, further education, and a student's prior work experience.

When comparing earnings estimates, students should check whether the statistic is a median or an average, whether it covers all former students or only a defined group, and how long after attendance it was measured. A one-year figure for a career program would answer a different question from an earnings figure measured years later for students who transferred and earned a bachelor's degree. Career advising and employer events can help with job preparation, but they are not measures of employment outcomes.