Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 32.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 32.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $47,168
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $13,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 35.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $138/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $63,005 | $13,094 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $61,814 | $13,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $48,823 | |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate | $38,289 | $13,941 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $35,060 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $31,848 | |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate | $31,839 | $10,983 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $24,615 | $10,975 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $20,824 |
Outcomes Overview
Tacoma Community College graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $13,000 and earn $47,168 ten years after graduation. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 28% sits well below the concerning 40% threshold that signals financial stress. Monthly loan payments of $138 consume just 3.5% of median income, making repayment manageable for most graduates. The 90.2% employment rate reflects strong job placement in healthcare, manufacturing, and skilled trades throughout the Puget Sound region. Many graduates transfer to University of Washington Tacoma or Western Washington University to complete bachelor's degrees. With low debt burdens and solid earning potential in Washington's robust economy, TCC delivers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.