Tacoma Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

University of Phoenix
Tacoma, Washington

Founded in 1976, University of Phoenix is dedicated to meeting the needs of working students. Now the largest private university in North America, we offer conveniently located campuses and learning centers as well as a flexible online learning format.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medicine, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Doctorate, Master

Everest College
Tacoma, Washington

Offers certificate programs, degree programs, and courses in 11 U.S. states with more than 35 locations. Online programs are also available.

• Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Law, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Office And Administration, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Coursework, Diploma

BJ's Beauty and Barber College
5239 S Tacoma Way
Tacoma, Washington 98409

• Programs: cosmetology, cosmetoloty instructor, barber.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 63 students, 67 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Placement assistance.

Bates Technical College
1101 S Yakima Ave
Tacoma, Washington 98405

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: truck and bus driver, construction equipment operation, phlebotomy, EMT paramedic, construction trades, fire-fighting, mechanic and repair, licensed practical nurse.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 5,463 students, 4,101 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services.

Tacoma Community College
6501 S 19th St
Tacoma, Washington 98466-6100

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, registered nursing, business, accounting technology, mental and social health services, EMT ambulance attendant, teacher aide, applied horticulture.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 5,811 students, 4,682 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Faith Evangelical Seminary
3504 N Pearl St
Tacoma, Washington 98407-0186

• Programs: theology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 275 students, 140 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling.

Northwest Baptist Seminary
4301 N Stevens
Tacoma, Washington 98407-6699

• Programs: theology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
• Student Body: 78 students, 33 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling.

Pacific Lutheran University
1010 122nd St So
Tacoma, Washington 98447-0003

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, registered nursing, biology, teacher education, communication studies, psychology, elementary school teaching, creative writing.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 3,661 students, 3,707 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,642 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 490-630. Math: 500-620. Writing: 490-600.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

University of Puget Sound
1500 N Warner
Tacoma, Washington 98416

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, psychology, education, English, economics courses, physical therapy, sociology, communication studies.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 2,772 students, 2,619 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,634 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 570-675. Math: 570-665.
• Flexibility: AP credits.
• Notable: Career counseling. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

University of Washington-Tacoma Campus
1900 Commerce St
Tacoma, Washington 98402-3100

• Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: interdisciplinary studies, social work, accounting, business management, registered nursing, computer and info science, education, finance.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 2,653 students, 2,246 full-time equivalent.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 420-540. Math: 440-540.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Study abroad option.