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Is Seattle Central College Worth It?

Seattle, WA · Large city · 3,953 students · Data: College Scorecard, June 2026 release

Seattle Central College is a Baccalaureate/Associate's College located in large city in Seattle, WA. It enrolls approximately 3,953 students. 32% of students finish within 6 years (150% of normal time) — low, which is a red flag worth researching before enrolling. With $43,307 median earnings and $12,000 median debt, median debt equals about 3 months of gross pay (estimate) — a solid ROI. Only 34% of borrowers are making progress on their loans 3 years after leaving school — a warning sign about post-graduation outcomes.

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Source: FIRE 2027 College Free Speech Rankings (student survey fielded 2026 by College Pulse)

Avg Net Price / Year
$8,819
Median Debt at Graduation
$12,000
Median Earnings (10yr)
$43,307
4-yr Grad Rate
32%
Tuition (In-State)
$5,184
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$5,745
3-yr Loan Repayment
34%
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