Pierce College District
Lakewood, Washington · Public · 5,313 undergraduates
Of 2 programs with reported earnings, 1 leave graduates out-earning a typical Washington high-school graduate (about $40,611/yr) and 1 fall short. Another 55 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $7,816 |
| $30k to $48k | $9,066 |
| $48k to $75k | $11,592 |
| $75k to $110k | $14,309 |
| $110k and up | $17,249 |
| All families (average) | $10,222 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate's Degree | $24,101 | -$16,510 | falls short | $10,217 | n/a |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's Degree | $55,849 | +$15,238 | clears the bar | $19,000 | 1.2 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 23% of students receive Pell grants · 31% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.