Seattle Central offers a comprehensive range of educational programs and opportunities for academic transfer, workplace preparation, basic skills, and continuing education in a stimulating urban environment.

Why Choose Seattle Central?

Convenient urban location

• Seattle Central is easy to reach from every part of the city. Just minutes from downtown Seattle, the campus is served by seven bus routes. If you live south of town, take Seattle’s new light rail line to Westlake Center - we’re a short bus ride, or a 10-minute walk away.

Academic excellence

• Each year, more than 500 students transfer from Seattle Central to one of Washington’s baccalaureate institutions.
• Classes are taught by knowledgeable and dedicated instructors. Nearly one-third of our faculty members hold doctorates in their fields, and the rest hold a master’s degree.
• Seattle Central now offers a bachelor’s degree in applied behavioral science.

Global mix of cultures, perspectives and ideas

• At Seattle Central, we’re proud of our diverse campus. Our student body numbers 10,000 students, including 3,000 from nearly 50 nations.
• 51 percent of our students identify as American Indian, Asian, Black, Hispanic, or “other” ethnicity.
• Students range in age from 14 to 80.
• We challenge our students to be engaged in culture, politics, human rights, current affairs and other issues facing our community, nation and world.

State-of-the-art facilities

• Seattle Central is building for the future. Visit our new $26 million Science and Mathematics building and then check out the new Creative Arts Academy. With 36,000 square feet and cutting-edge computer labs, it’s one of the most comprehensive visual communications training facilities in the nation.
• Seattle Central’s Wood Construction Center and Maritime Academy will soon have brand-new facilities after completed renovations totaling $45 million.

Affordable and accessible

• Seattle Central’s tuition is half the price of a four-year college.
• Seattle Central has an open admissions policy. We have programs for those who do not speak English and for those seeking to improve their basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• There are departments dedicated to assisting special populations, including the disabled, veterans, and more.

Many educational options

• From college transfer and career training to continuing education and basic studies, there’s something for everyone at Seattle Central.
• Our selection of distance learning, online courses, and evening and weekend classes offer convenient alternatives to accommodate student schedules.

Supportive Environment

• Our student services can help you take charge of your learning and your life so you can reach your educational goals.
• Tutoring, advising, counseling, multicultural support services, career assistance and more are free to students.
• Seattle Central’s Child Care Program provides quality childcare services.

Student Leadership

• Student life at Seattle Central includes a broad range of activities and programs, a fitness center, and more than 40 clubs and organizations.
• Student boards and councils, and a diverse array of committees provide a variety of leadership opportunities for students.

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