Highline College

Public
Des MoinesWA
Suburb

Estimated Net Cost

(per year)
$14k

Estimated Post Grad Salary

(per year)
$47k

Return on Education

(post 4-year graduation)
Excellent
Highline College is a public community college located in Des Moines, Washington, founded in 1961. Known for its diverse student population and strong academic support services, it is recognized for offering a wide range of two-year degree programs and certificates. The college boasts a beautiful botanical garden on campus, providing a serene environment for students to study and relax.

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      Tuition and Costs

      Understanding Tuition Costs at Highline College: Navigating college expenses doesn't have to be complicated. Our comprehensive guide to tuition, fees, and other associated costs breaks down everything you need to know about financing your education at Highline College. Find out how we make higher education affordable and what financial options are available to you.

      Most Recent Tuition Costs

      Understanding Tuition Costs at Highline College: Navigating college expenses doesn't have to be complicated. Our comprehensive guide to tuition, fees, and other associated costs breaks down everything you need to know about financing your education at Highline College. Find out how we make higher education affordable and what financial options are available to you.

      Yearly4 years
      Tuition and Fees
      $4,623$18,492
      Room and Board
      $13,026$52,104
      Books and Supplies
      $702$2,808
      Other expenses
      $3,462$13,848
      Sticker Price$21,813$87,252

      Historical Tuition Costs

      Based on historical data, in-state tuition is expected to rise by approximately $153 per year over the next three years, reaching $4,776 in 2024, and $4,929 in 2025, and $5,082 in 2026.

      Return On Education

      Investing in higher education is a pivotal step towards future prosperity. It's essential to weigh the upfront costs against the potential for increased lifetime earnings and career opportunities. Our ROEdu score aims to help you understand tuition, living expenses, and financial aid, alongside the long-term benefits of earning a degree. By making informed decisions about where and what you study, you can maximize the return on your educational investment, turning the cost of your degree into a foundation for future success and financial security.

      754
      Highline College is distinguished by a high ROEdu, suggesting graduates enjoy considerable financial and professional rewards that surpass the costs of their education.

      Admissions

      The application deadline can be found on the institution's website.
      Admission Rate
      0%
      Graduation Rate
      38%

      Admissions Requirements

      SAT Range
      ACT Range
      -
      High School GPA

      N/A

      Key dates

      Application Deadline
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      Early Decision Date
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      Early Action Date
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      Majors & Degrees

      Explore the range of academic programs offered at this institution.
      HorticultureUndergraduate Certificate
      Physical SciencesAssociate's Degree
      Technician4 programs
      AV Technician
      Undergraduate Certificate
      AV Technician
      Associate's Degree
      Drafting & Design Technician
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Drafting & Design Technician
      Associate's Degree
      Other InterdisciplinaryUndergraduate Certificate
      Engineering GeneralAssociate's Degree
      Communications2 programs
      Graphic Communications
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Graphic Communications
      Associate's Degree
      Computers10 programs
      Computer & Information Science
      Associate's Degree
      Computer Programming
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Computer Programming
      Associate's Degree
      Software Applications
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Software Applications
      Associate's Degree
      Networking & Telecommunications
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Networking & Telecommunications
      Associate's Degree
      IT Management
      Undergraduate Certificate
      IT Management
      Associate's Degree
      IT Management
      Bachelor's Degree
      Culinary ArtsUndergraduate Certificate
      Hospitality2 programs
      Hospitality Management
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Hospitality Management
      Associate's Degree
      Education6 programs
      Teacher Training
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Teacher Training
      Associate's Degree
      Teacher Training
      Bachelor's Degree
      Teaching Aide
      Associate's Degree
      Kinesiology
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Kinesiology
      Associate's Degree
      Social WorkBachelor's Degree
      Health4 programs
      Medical Administration
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Medical Administration
      Associate's Degree
      Health Aides
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Health Aides
      Associate's Degree
      Law2 programs
      Legal Support
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Legal Support
      Associate's Degree
      Liberal Arts2 programs
      Liberal Arts
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Liberal Arts
      Associate's Degree
      Library2 programs
      Library Assisting
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Library Assisting
      Associate's Degree
      BiologyAssociate's Degree
      Criminal Justice4 programs
      Criminal Justice
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Criminal Justice
      Associate's Degree
      Homeland Security
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Homeland Security
      Associate's Degree
      Arts2 programs
      Applied Arts
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Applied Arts
      Associate's Degree
      Medical10 programs
      Medical Assisting
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Medical Assisting
      Associate's Degree
      Medical Assisting
      Bachelor's Degree
      Diagnostic Health Professions
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Diagnostic Health Professions
      Associate's Degree
      Mental Health Services
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Mental Health Services
      Associate's Degree
      Optometric Support
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Nursing
      Associate's Degree
      Practical Nursing
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Business11 programs
      Business Administration
      Associate's Degree
      Business Management
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Business Management
      Associate's Degree
      Accounting
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Accounting
      Associate's Degree
      Business Support
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Business Support
      Associate's Degree
      Human Resources
      Undergraduate Certificate
      International Business
      Undergraduate Certificate
      International Business
      Associate's Degree
      International Business
      Bachelor's Degree
      Entrepreneurship2 programs
      Entrepreneurship
      Undergraduate Certificate
      Entrepreneurship
      Associate's Degree
      Sales & MerchandisingAssociate's Degree

      Student Life

      Learn about the community, campus culture, and experiences that shape student life at this college.

      Student Breakdown

      Total EnrollmentN/A
      Full-time StudentsN/A
      Part-time StudentsN/A

      Faculty

      Faculty-Student Ratio:14:1
      Full-Time FacultyN/A
      Part-Time FacultyN/A

      Reviews and Ratings

      For complete transparency we combine scores from across the web to give you a true picture of what students think about Highline College. Additionally, we have our own score which can be used alongside these external sources.

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