Bates Technical College

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Accredited

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Open

Enrollment

$4,131

Avg. Tuition

3,817

Total Students

Urban

Tacoma, WA

Founded 1940

650,000 square feet across three campuses

About Bates Technical College

Bates Technical College is a public technical college in Tacoma, Washington, offering practical, hands-on career education. It serves approximately 7,000 students across three campuses, providing two-year degrees, short-term certificates, and industry certifications.

Trade Programs Available

Hvac TechnicianWeldingElectricianAutomotive TechnicianMedical AssistantDental AssistantCdl TrainingCarpentryCulinaryIt Networking

Programs Offered

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician

Associate of Applied Science

Duration: 2 years
Tuition: $8,262

Welding

Associate of Applied Science

Duration: 15 months
Tuition: $6,196

Practical Nurse

Certificate

Duration: 1 year
Tuition: $4,131

Learning Format

Student-to-Instructor Ratio
21:1
Hands-On Training
70%
Start Dates
Quarterly (Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer)
Externship
Included

Schedule Options

Day Classes Evening Classes Online Available Hybrid Available

Admissions

Open

Enrollment

18+

Minimum Age

Free

Application Fee

Admission Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • English and Math placement
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Cost & Financial Aid

Average Tuition $4,131
Books & Supplies $1,200
Equipment Fees $1,438
Estimated Total $6,769

Financial Aid Options

Financial Aid Available GI Bill Accepted WIA Approved Payment Plans

Available Scholarships

  • Bates Technical College Foundation Scholarships
  • Opportunity Grant

Graduate Outcomes

34%

Graduation Rate

90%

Job Placement Rate

N/A

Licensure Pass Rate

Salary Information

$40,000

Average Starting Salary

Top Employers

Virginia Mason Franciscan HealthMultiCare Health SystemPierce Transit

Student Services

Job Placement Assistance Career Services Tutoring Available Childcare Available Transportation Assistance

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