Academic Programs - Tacoma Community College

Excellence. Innovation. Diversity.

These values define the Tacoma Community College experience. Established in 1965, TCC is fully accredited by The Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities as a 2-year public college. We are committed to helping you reach your goals for education, degrees, and employment. Our range of academic programs ensure you have the best options and opportunities to succeed for your unique goals.

University Transfer Programs leading to a Bachelors Degree

Guaranteed Admissions Transfer Schools

Professional & Technical Programs leading to an associate degree

English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

Fast Track Dual Degree Program (High School completion)

Customized Short-Term Programs

University Transfer Programs Bachelor's Degree

2 years at TCC + 2 years at a University = American bachelor's degree
University Transfer Programs allow international students who want to earn a bachelor's degree from an American university to complete the first 2 years of coursework at TCC – the same basic education you would get at a famous university with several notable advantages:

No TOEFL/IELTS/SAT required
TCC’s average class size is 25, compared to several hundred at the freshman and sophomore level at a university
Lower cost – TCC’s total costs are less than 1/2 of a public university and 1/3 of a private university
Guaranteed transfer agreements with several 4-year universities
Better customer service with personalized attention
Free tutoring and support services

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Guaranteed Admissions Transfer Schools

International students who have completed an associate degree at TCC and meet certain conditions are guaranteed admission at the following partner schools:

Professional/Technical Programs Leading to Associate Degree

Earn an American Associate Degree and Start Your Career!

TCC offers professional and technical programs in 15 areas of study, including health care, computing and technology, business and management. Individual certificates and specializations are also available to help you begin a fulfilling career.

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English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

Learn English at TCC

TCC’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program provides a strong foundation in written and spoken English. We have a wide variety of classes designed to improve students’ English ability, and also prepare them for American classroom culture.

Advanced EAP classes earn college-level credit, which may apply directly to your associate degree. Students can also take other college level classes while completing advanced EAP classes.

Fast Track Dual Degree Program (High School Completion)

International students can complete their high school diploma and associate degree concurrently, saving up to two years of school and thus fast-tracking their academic studies. Students enrolled in this program will take college level classes at TCC, and receive dual credit for their high school diploma from Washington state while earning a two-year associate degree for transfer.

Economical Allows students to save both time and money by completing their high school education concurrently with the first 2 years of college.

Fast TCC’s dual degree program will enable international students to complete their Associate degree up to 2 years faster than the traditional route.

Earn 2 degrees International students that successfully complete this program will leave TCC with a Washington state high school diploma and an associate degree that can be transferred to many 4-year universities across the United States.