Whatcom Community College
Bellingham, Washington · Public · 2,378 undergraduates
Of 3 programs with reported earnings, 2 leave graduates out-earning a typical Washington high-school graduate (about $40,611/yr) and 1 fall short. Another 38 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $9,814 |
| $30k to $48k | $10,010 |
| $48k to $75k | $12,411 |
| $75k to $110k | $17,032 |
| $110k and up | $19,441 |
| All families (average) | $11,795 |
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 | $39,888 | -$723 | falls short | $9,726 | n/a |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate's Degree | $51,485 | +$10,874 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate's Degree | $88,410 | +$47,799 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
Access and outcomes: 21% of students receive Pell grants · 36% 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.