Bellingham Colleges

Bellingham Technical College
3028 Lindbergh Ave
Bellingham, Washington 98225-1599

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: nursing assistant, licensed practical nurse, building inspector, dental assistant, computer networking, welding, medical coding, veterinary assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 2,398 students, 1,373 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Northwest Indian College
2522 Kwina Rd
Bellingham, Washington 98226-9217

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and humanities, computer systems tech, Native American studies, early childhood education, physical sciences, general office occupations, natural resources management, construction trades.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 495 students, 330 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Whatcom Community College
237 W Kellogg Rd
Bellingham, Washington 98226

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, physical therapist assistant, massage therapy, printing equipment operation, medical assistant, early childhood education, teacher aide, legal assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 3,844 students, 2,637 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Bellingham Beauty School
4192 Meridian Street
Bellingham, Washington 98226-5515

• Programs: cosmetology, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 132 students, 132 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Western Washington University
516 High St
Bellingham, Washington 98225-9008

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: psychology, child development, English, general studies, human services, business management, interdisciplinary studies, sociology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 14,247 students, 13,270 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 3,853 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 510-620. Math: 520-620.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.