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# Pierce College District

Public college district in Lakewood serving 7,427 students with low tuition and general liberal arts programming.

## Record

- **Coordinates**: 47.172082, -122.570935

### Summary

Public college district in Lakewood serving 7,427 students with low tuition and general liberal arts programming.

### Description

Pierce College District operates in Lakewood, Washington, as a public institution serving a diverse student population through programs in liberal arts and sciences. The college provides accessible pathways for students pursuing foundational coursework and degree completion in a city setting.

In-state tuition runs $4,775 annually with a total cost of attendance of $11,975 when accounting for room and board. Out-of-state students pay $5,333 in tuition for a total cost of $12,533. The district enrolls 7,427 students across its campuses.

This college works best for students seeking affordable transfer pathways, working adults, and those beginning their higher education in a regional setting. For details on program options, advising, and support services, visit www.pierce.ctc.edu/.

### Attributes

- **Unit ID**: 235,237
- **State**: WA
- **City**: Lakewood
- **Address**: 9401 Farwest Dr SW
- **Zip Code**: 98498
- **Sector Group**: Public 4-Year or Above
- **Official Website**: www.pierce.ctc.edu/
- **HBCU**: No
- **Tribal College**: No
- **Setting**: City
- **Annual In-State Tuition**: $4,775
- **Annual Out-of-State Tuition**: $5,333
- **Total Cost of Attendance (In-State)**: $11,975
- **Total Cost of Attendance (Out-of-State)**: $12,533
- **Room and Board**: $7,200
- **Total Student Enrollment**: 7,427
- **Endowment (End of Year)**: $311,290,882
- **Carnegie Classification**: Mixed Associate Medium
- **Research Activity Tier**: No research designation
- **Economic Mobility Index**: Higher Access, Lower Earnings
- **Primary Undergraduate Major**: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities