Seattle Central College was what began as the first community college in Seattle, WA, has grown into a thriving center for higher education that supports our dynamic and growing community. For more than 50 years, Seattle Central College has provided effective and accessible programs – including bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees and professional certificates – that prepare students to succeed in a range of endeavors.
Seattle Central was officially created on July 1, 1966, as “Seattle Community College,” the first two-year college in the city, and the 19th in Washington state. Its establishment filled a huge unmet need for affordable education and career training for the city’s residents. No longer would people have to travel to colleges in Everett, Bremerton or other areas outside of Seattle. Over the last few decades, Seattle Central has grown and evolved in significant ways in order to remain relevant and vital to its students and the community. In 2014, it changed its name again, to Seattle Central College, to reflect its status as an institution that awards four-year bachelor’s degrees, in addition to two-year associate degrees and short-term certificates.
Seattle Central offers a variety of high-quality, affordable programs — including bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, career training and professional certificates — that can help you meet your educational and career goals. Seattle Central has several locations throughout the city that offer specialized programs and training — Health Education Center, Seattle Maritime Academy, Seattle Vocational Institute and Wood Technology Center. More than 15,000 students enrolled annually. While the student-faculty ratio is 15:1.
Learning outcomes – Seattle Central students will achieve personal and professional goals in diverse and multicultural settings because they are able to:
- Think – Analyze, create, and reflect to address and appreciate challenges and opportunities.
- Collaborate – Work effectively with others to learn, complete tasks, and pursue common goals.
- Communicate – Exchange ideas and information through intentional listening, speaking, signing, reading, writing, or presenting.
- Connect – Apply knowledge and skills to solve problems.
- Continue Learning – Self-evaluate and act to improve knowledge and skills.
Seattle Central College maintains its NWCCU accreditation through a seven-year cycle of self-evaluation focused on the institution’s ability to fulfill its mission, monitor its environment, and adapt and sustain itself as a viable institution. The process also includes periodic peer evaluations that provide feedback to the college from the NWCCU, including commendations for accomplishments and recommendations for improvement.
Location
Seattle, Washington (USA)
Learn in the heart of Seattle. Seattle Central’s campus buzzes with energy. Located in the vibrant and exciting Capitol Hill neighborhood, we are part of Seattle’s beating heart. You’ll feel right at home on our campus, with great dining options, an extensive activity center, an art gallery and so much more — Student Dining, Bookstore, Seattle Central Theatres and Mitchell Activity Center. Many distinctive works of art add beauty and vibrancy to Seattle Central’s campus.
Seattle Central College’s campus is dynamic and exciting, with numerous opportunities to get involved, access the support you need, enrich your college experience, enhance your education and have fun.
School & Faculty
- Community Health & Education
- Dental Hygiene
- Healthcare Services Management
- Respiratory Care
- Applied Behavioral Science
- IT – Networking
