About Seattle Central College

Founded in 1966, Seattle Central College. is a college. Located in Washington, which is a city setting in Washington, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 6,705 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.

The Seattle Central College Academic calendar runs on a Quarter basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 14:1. There are 156 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Seattle Central College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate100%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range
ACT Range

Admissions at SCCC are considered , with ,6% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Seattle Central College.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
21%
“We know about current events and vote”
50%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
29%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
7%
“We save it for the classroom”
14%
“Sometimes, but not often”
71%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
7%
“All the time, including weekends”
7%
“I”m always terrified”
7%
“I only go out in groups”
43%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
43%
“I feel extremely safe”
86%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
14%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
21%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
64%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
14%
“We”re a very artistic group”
14%
“Haven”t met them”
14%
“Available in class”
50%
“They keep regular office hours”
21%
“They”re always available”
57%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
21%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
21%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
29%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
36%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
21%
“We only party on weekends”
14%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
21%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
50%
“There might be people who do”
21%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
7%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
21%
“We know about current events and vote”
50%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
29%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
7%
“We save it for the classroom”
14%
“Sometimes, but not often”
71%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
7%
“All the time, including weekends”
7%
“I”m always terrified”
7%
“I only go out in groups”
43%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
43%
“I feel extremely safe”
86%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
14%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
21%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
64%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
14%
“We”re a very artistic group”
14%
“Haven”t met them”
14%
“Available in class”
50%
“They keep regular office hours”
21%
“They”re always available”
57%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
21%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
21%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
29%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
36%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
21%
“We only party on weekends”
14%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
21%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
50%
“There might be people who do”
21%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
7%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    17 Students rated on-campus housing 2.6 stars. 12 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    16 Students rated off-campus housing 3.5 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    20 Students rated campus food 3.1 stars. 15 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    20 Students rated campus facilities 4.1 stars. 35 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    20 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 70 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    20 Students rated school activities 3.5 stars. 30 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    20 Students rated local services 4.5 stars. 70 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    20 Students rated academics 4.3 stars. 55 % gave the school a 5.0.

Seattle Central College REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Seattle Central College?

17 Students rated Seattle Central College

Brianna - 11/03/2024

There are a variety of degree and certificate programs which is great, some professors are amazing but others can be really terrible. Especially online professors. The administration is very disorganized and facilities like financial aid, residency and registration are very hard to get ahold of, which can be very frustrating and can lead to the loss of financial aid and other benefits.

Zehrah - 02/14/2021

Its a good school but it can get very chaotic. Instructors are doing very well with virtual school. Students are great and are usually very open to helping. Staff can talk awhile to respond to emails (1-2 weeks), might be due to covid but it can get frustrating.

Jenna - 09/09/2019

Seattle Central College is a very diverse place to learn and get my education from. I am a high school student in the running start program but I do think it is a good school to attend. There are a lot of opportunities to do group work and individual work in classes. It is a good opportunity for me to attend this college while also still being in high school. At Seattle Central College, everyone is nice to you and the professors really care about you. You meet a lot of new people and build relationships with them.

Nathan - 08/09/2019

Seattle Central has come really great instructors in the physics and math departments. Their administrative and advising staff, like many other schools, leaves a bit to be desired. It's a great place to get an affordable education with some decent clubs to join, but I wouldn't expect more than that.

Seattle Central College FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Seattle Central College?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Seattle Central College is 100%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    There are a few things that I would tell myseld as a high school senior. I would tell myself to take school seriously. When I was in high school, I was all about having fun and hanging out with friends. I did not put as much thought into my work as I know I should have. Now that I'm in college I wish that I had focused and retained all that I learned back in high school. Taking those extra steps in high school like reading that extra book, looking up those extra words your didn't understand, staying home that night you had to finish homework, makes a difference for your future. You have your whole life to have fun and hang out with friends.

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  3. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    Before i came to Seattle Central, i wish had been exposed to the practice of patience. I attended Wilberforce University in Xenia, Ohio before Seattle Central during my time there I would often make rash decisions never thinking about the consequences when it comes to my future. I made rash decisions regarding my academic future because I was young and truly didnot know what i wanted to do in the first place and secondly I was fully of myself and the talents I possess and believed I could adapt anywhere. Central has taught me to think more carefully and strategize.

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  4. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Anyone and everyone should attend this school. Seattle Central College is such a diverse school. So many people from different places and cultures attend this school. It is great to not only learn from your teachers but other students as well.

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  5. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Seattle Central Community College is a very diverse environment and the proffessors are passionate about giving the gift of knowledge.

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  6. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    I wish someone told me that financial aid does not end with the fafsa! There are so many steps after that, that still keep the financial aid deadline 'clock' ticking. And if you're not careful you could end up paying more out of pocket than you would hope.

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  7. What are your classes like?

    Great class sizes, nice teachers, and well organized lessons.

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  8. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    My school is not at all segregated or applicable to on demographic basis. There are classes to take from the most basic to the most advanced and this environment allows for personal growth and development to take place significantly.

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  9. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    My school is best known for its student population diversity and its willingness to partner with the community at large. We have programs for people at all levels, from Adult Basic Studies to English as a Second Language to Worker Retraining and other vocational programs to traditional transfwer programs to 4 year colleges, and we reach out to the community to let Seattle know that *everyone* can attend college and go where they want to be. in life

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  10. Describe the students at your school.

    I am in a dental hygiene program with only 20 classmates. My classmates are hardworking, caring and intelligent. The 20 of us are like a family because we spend almost all of our time together and really enjoy are time with one another. My classmates are always there for eachother and try to do they can to help. They are some of nicest people and smartest people I know.

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  11. What are the most popular classes offered?

    Business classes. Which is great because the class size of my pre-med classes are lower than 15 people per class.

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  12. Tell us about the sports scene on campus.

    Not much... It's a community college so, yeah. But we are near university of Washington so it's not too bad.

    Read all 1 answers
  13. What's unique about your campus?

    The best thing about my school is the instructors in the dental hygiene program. They work us hard and have high expectations for us because they want us to be successful. All of the instructors in the program that I know are nice, caring, and helpful. At the same time they are hard and have a zero tolerance policy which is great to me because as a student we need leaders that we respect and know how high our expectations are for them to succeed.

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  14. Why did you decide to go to this school?

    Mostly to save money to get into university of Washington or Washington state. This is a great option if you plan on going to grad school afterwards. Way less debt. I have friends who are in their second year and are already in 8,000 to 10,000 dollars in debt while I still don't need any loans. If you are looking to save money this is a great option.

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  15. I don't drink. Will it be hard for me to go to parties?

    Find somebody like me... I never drink and probably never will. Don't ever let yourself get pressured into doing something you don't want to do. And follow the rules NO ONE should be drinking before 21!

    Read all 1 answers
  16. Describe a typical weekend.

    It's capitol hill in Seattle! There are a million things to do here.

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  17. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I brag to my friends that I spend half the amount on my education than they do at a four-year school, and the rigor of study is just as demanding. I also tell how easy it is to get to the camprus using public transportation, and the fun activities and shops around it. The real difference is the personal relationships you develop between you and the instructors, they really care about the class and how you are doing.

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  18. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The traffic jam around my school area is the worst. When I am hurry to get to school and stuck in the traffic for half an hour, I feel frustrated.

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Student Body

Students

56%

female

44%

male

6,705

Total Undergrad Enrollment

N/A

Total Grad Students

1%

Out-Of-State

98%

In-State

1%

International

Organizations

N/A

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

No

On-Campus Housing

N/A

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
11%
% Black or African-American
10%
% Hispanic/Latino
7%
% White or Caucasian
33%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

61% of students attending Seattle Central College receive some sort of financial aid. 51% were awarded federal grants. While 7% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$4,332

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$825

Books and Supplies

$10,140

Room and Board

15,297

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$4,335
$30 - $48K
$4,993
$48 - $75K
$7,906
$75 - $110K
$12,243
$110K & UP
N/A

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