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Pierce College is a public, two year community college located in Lakewood, Washington. The college offers associates degrees in art and science programs. It also offers certificate programs in early childhood education, social services, dental hygiene and others.
Pierce College’s athletic department fields both men’s and women’s sports teams. Its sports teams are nicknamed the Raiders and compete in the Western Region of the Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges. The Raiders participate in a wide variety of sports, including soccer, volleyball, basketball, baseball and softball. SLAM is a nonprofit annual publication of Pierce College, showcasing the work of its students.
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Campus Location9401 Farwest Dr SW
Lakewood, WA 98498-1999
USA
Main Tel: (253) 964-6500
Web Site The campus is in a large suburb. |
HighlightsWhere the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in liberal arts and construction trades.
- Large number of students.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- High male/female ratio.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Faculty tenure system
- Library on-campus
- Study abroad option
- Distance learning available
- Weekend study option
- Part-time classes available
- Athlete financial aid
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
|---|
| Associate | 950 | 26 | | < 1 year certificate | 354 | 12 | | 1-2 year certificate | 48 | 8 |
StudentsStudent enrollment was 7,504 in 2007-2008 (5,013 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 2,709 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,888 | | Books and supplies | $ 924 |
Financial Aid: Pierce College At Fort Steilacoom participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2008-2009): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| With tenure | | 60 | | Without tenure; working toward tenure | | 19 | | Without tenure; tenure not available | | 19 |
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2008-2009 in parentheses) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (53 awarded) - Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Business Administration and Management
- Business/Commerce
- Marketing/Marketing Management
- Small Business Administration/Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (24 awarded) - Computer Graphics
- Computer Programming/Programmer
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
CONSTRUCTION TRADES (181 awarded) - Building/Property Maintenance and Management
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS (4 awarded) - Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (43 awarded) - Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Teacher Assistant/Aide
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (15 awarded) - Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
- Drafting and Design Technology/Technician
LAW (6 awarded) - Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
- Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS (735 awarded) - Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (21 awarded) - Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
- Medical Reception/Receptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (63 awarded) - Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
- Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician
- Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (31 awarded) - Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (49 awarded) - Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
- Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications
- General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
- Office Management and Supervision
PRODUCTION TRADES (61 awarded) - Welding Technology/Welder
SCIENCE (15 awarded) SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (45 awarded) - Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
- Fire Services Administration
- Forensic Science and Technology
THERAPY AND COUNSELING (6 awarded) - Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
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