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A quality education within reach?
It's doable.

Your academic and career goals are doable at Tacoma Community College. Enroll now for fall quarter.

Take the first step toward your future. Enroll at TCC!

Whether you're looking to advance your career, learn something new, or earn your college degree with little or no debt—it's doable!

TCC offers an opportunity for all learners to achieve their goals. Get a high quality education at an excellent value, in a welcoming, inclusive community.

We offer in-person, hybrid, and online classes that are designed to fit into your life.

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Need help getting started?

We are here to help you navigate the admissions process. Visit us in the Welcome Center (Building 8 on the Tacoma Campus), or reach out to Entry Services for answers to your questions.

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We have the resources you need to succeed

Additional information to make the most out of your college experience, and identifying what path is right for you.

We understand applying and receiving financial aid could be the most important step to attend college. The following resources will point you toward financial support and help you to navigate the cost of college:
- Review how to apply for aid and important timelines.
- Is Workforce funding for you? Read here for eligibility and how it works.
- Find out about different Types of Aid, including the Washington College Grant.
- Review our tuition rates. Our tuition is typically 1/3 the cost of a state university.
College can fit into your life, and TCC has resources to help you stay on track:
- Get free food and necessities from the Titan Food Pantry so you can stay focused on school
- Access childcare for your family at the Early Learning Center
- Visit The Center for Student Advocacy and Cultural Support for services holistic support, especially for students who are first generation college students, economically disadvantaged, or have been involved in the justice system.
- All students get free bus passes — and there's a transit center on campus
- Meet with our Counseling Team for personalized mental health support from counselors that care deeply about your growth and success
- Identify your future career goals and find out about job opportunities with support from our Career Center
- When life comes up, you can use our Student Emergency Fund to help with unanticipated expenses
- We also offer specific resources and support for:
High school students, want to earn high school and college credits at the same time? It's doable! Find out if our Running Start or Fresh Start programs are right for you.

Running Start

Running Start allows high school juniors and seniors to earn college credits for free while they satisfy high school graduation requirements.

RUNNING START

Fresh Start

A free program for students 16-21 to complete high school and earn college credits in a supportive, in-person, and fun environment.

FRESH START
Our Basic Education for Adults (BEdA) programs offer a variety of flexible options that will meet your life goals. BEdA might be right for you if you need to:
- Improve your English language skills with our English Language Acquistion (ELA) program
- Complete your high school diploma or GED
- Take low-cost classes to get to college level in reading/writing and math
- Build on your college foundations while you engage in career readiness training
Learn more
TCC offers a wide variety of high school completion, degree, and professional and technical certificate programs that are geared for your lifelong success. Bring your drive, energy, and curiosity - and we will prepare you for the next step.

Find the right program for you. Choose from:
- 26 associate degrees
- 29 professional/technical certificates
- 4 bachelor of applied science degrees
PROGRAM FINDER

CAREER EXPLORER

Current students: Keep up the momentum!

Contact advising to help you navigate your degree pathway and don't forget to apply for financial aid. On our Current Students page, we have additional information to help you stay on track.

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