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Bellingham Colleges

Bellingham Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Bellingham

There are at least 5 colleges in Bellingham, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 21,949 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 18,219 full-time students, and a reported 4,017 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include Western Washington University, Whatcom Community College and Bellingham Technical College.

Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Washington Colleges.

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Bellingham Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2007 information.

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

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: nursing assistant, dental assistant, licensed practical nurse, hospitality administration, medical coding, radiation therapist, veterinary assistant, registered nursing.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 2,896 students, 1,676 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: liberal arts and humanities, Native American studies, substance abuse counseling, early childhood education, interdisciplinary studies, physical sciences, computer repair.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 584 students, 441 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 55 student capacity.
  • 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, registered nursing, medical assistant, desktop publishing and imaging, physical therapist assistant, massage therapy, early childhood education, teacher aide.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 4,127 students, 2,751 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.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2007 information.

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

  • Programs: cosmetology, manicurist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 66 students, 64 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, human services, general studies, English, sociology, political science, child development, business management.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 14,276 students, 13,287 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 3,962 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 490-610. Math: 500-610. Writing: 480-590.
  • 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.

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Colleges in Nearby Cities and Towns

(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2007.)

City/TownCollegesPop.
(2000)		StudentsDorms
Mount Vernon Colleges226,2325,894136

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