Bates Technical College

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Tacoma, WA
(253) 680-7000
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What Are the Key Stats for Bates Technical College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$5,569

Total Enrollment

4,083

Graduation Rate

29.9%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

892

Last reported year

How Bates Technical College Compares

4,083 students at Bates Technical College represents a fairly typical trade-college profile. Tuition of $5,569 and 64% retention round out a balanced picture — solid foundations, but a school where standout features are more likely to live in specific programs than in school-wide averages.

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Bates Technical College

133 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 47.0605
98 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 51.1009
78 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 51.3901
77 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 13.1210
39 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 43.0203

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Enrollment

Bates Technical College enrolls 4,083 students. The student body is 58.8% men, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 64% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Bates Technical College maintains a 21:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing strong opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a good 64% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. Students demonstrate high academic engagement with strong commitment to their educational programs.

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Faculty & Staff

Bates Technical College employs 69 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 21:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides strong opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 37.7% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Bates Technical College offers programs in 14 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician, Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist, and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training. In 2024, the college awarded 892 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Bates Technical College is $5,569 for in-state students and $11,518 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $6,434. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Bates Technical College achieves a 38.1% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 28.2% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 2 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level AT LEAST 2 BUT LESS THAN 4 YEARS
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
1101 S Yakima Ave
Tacoma, WA, 98405
Administrator
Dr. Lin Zhou
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $5,569
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $11,518
Average Net Price $6,434

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00530600
EIN: 911526457
IPEDS ID: 235671
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