At a Glance
Suburban (within commuting distance of a large city)
9,829 students
Admissions: Open (virtually all applicants are accepted)
$3,913 in-state tuition
$9,344 out-of-state tuition
Public;
two year
School Name and Address
Contact for more information
Clover Park Technical College
4500 Steilacoom Boulevard SW
Lakewood, WA 98499
Main telephone
253.589.5800
Website
http://www.cptc.edu/
Request more information
http://www.cptc.edu/contact
Other sites
South Hill Campus:
General information
Educational system
Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges
Public or private
Public
Type of school
2-year college
Date founded
1942
Degrees offered
Certificate or diploma, Associate
School accreditation
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Specialized accreditation
American Dental Association, Commission on the Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences, American Association of Medical Assistants, Rooms Division Management/American Hotel-Motel Association, National Automotive Technicians Educational Foundation, Washington Association of Building Officials
Specialized licensure
EPA Refrigerant Recovery Certification
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act eligible training provider
Most programs; see program descriptions
School setting
Setting
Suburban (within commuting distance of a large city)
Closest major metropolitan area
Seattle
Population of city the school is in
202,700
Distance from campus to city center
Eight miles
Public transportation to campus
Pierce Transit bus pass available at no charge for enrolled students
Student parking on campus
Yes; by permit only
County
Pierce
School visits
Student Body
Enrollment
Total number of undergraduate students
9,829
Total enrollment
9,829
Number of high school students attending this school
304
Age of students
Percentage of students 25 or older
85%
Annual costs for full-time undergraduate students
(Costs are for the 2018-2019 academic year. Full-time costs are based on 45 credits per year.)
In-state tuition
$3,913
Out-of-state tuition
$9,344
Fees
$358
Books and supplies
$840
Other required expenses
Varies by program
Board and transportation (live with parents)
$4,350
Cost information website
http://www.cptc.edu/tuition
Tuition varies by type and length of program.
Tuition rates vary by
Tuition refund policy
Assessment test and program admission fees are non-refundable. State funded classes are refunded on a sliding scale. Self-supporting classes are refunded at 100% if the class is cancelled or the student withdraws at least one day before the first day of class. See the student handbook or catalog for complete details on refunds.
Contact for counseling or more information
Applying for financial aid
Submit these forms
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), school's financial aid form
Application deadline (for fall term)
April 11
Financial aid programs at this school
Loans
Federal PLUS loans (for parents)
Federal Stafford loans (subsidized)
Federal Stafford loans (unsubsidized)
Need-based scholarships and grants
Federal Pell Grants
Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
Privately-sponsored scholarships and grants
School-sponsored scholarships and grants
State-sponsored scholarships and grants
Merit-based scholarships and grants
School-sponsored scholarships in academics
School-sponsored scholarships for special characteristics
Student employment
Work study
Veteran's benefits
Veteran's benefits, such as the GI Bill, are honored
Contact for more information
Entrance difficulty
For incoming students
Open (virtually all applicants are accepted)
Education required for admission
High school education
High school diploma required and GED accepted.
Application dates
Admission is available
Fall, winter, spring, summer
Fall* application deadline
September 27
Notification date for fall admission applicants
Continuous
Fall transfer application deadline
Continuous
Application requirements
Exams
Required exams
COMPASS
$19 non-refundable fee; no appointment necessary; call 253.589.5670
Other admissions information
School uses a waiting list
Transfer student admissions
Age limit on courses to be transferred
7 years
Credits accepted for transfer students
American Council on Education (ACE) recommendations
College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) subject
Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES)
Life long learning
Military service
Other
Other admission routes
Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate
Degrees offered
Certificate or diploma
Associate
School catalog
Graduation requirements
Required number of credits for an associate degree
Varies by program
All students must meet:
Core curriculum or school-wide requirements
Internship requirement
Depends on major
Math or science requirement
Attendance options
Evenings
On-line/distance learning
Part time
Short-term courses
Summer school
Optional academic programs
Alternative credit opportunities
Advanced Placement
Challenge Level Examination Program (CLEP)
Cooperative education
Independent study
International Baccalaureate
Internships
Tech prep
Service learning programs
Work experience
Computing
Computer lab available to students
Computer network can be accessed from off campus
Online registration for classes
Libraries
Main library name
CPTC Library
Student activities
Newspaper
Student government
Fraternities and sororities
Clubs and associations
Largest clubs and organizations on campus
Accounting Numbers Club, Auto Tech Club, Computer Users Club, Social Services Club
Student clubs and associations website
http://www.cptc.edu/clubs
Student Services
Academic services for all students
Academic advising
English as a Second Language (ESL) program
Reading and study skills courses
Remedial education courses
Tutoring
Health and legal services available on campus for all students
Low-cost health insurance
Psychological counseling
Other services for all students
Orientation
Placement testing
Student lounge
Veterans Resource Center
Services for students with disabilities
Disability Resources for Students
disabilityresources@cptc.edu
253.589.5534 or 7-1-1 Washington Relay Services
Disabilities services website
http://www.cptc.edu/disability
Designated parking
Interpreters for the deaf
Learning aids
Readers for the blind
Registration assistance
Services for students with learning disabilities
Tutors
Services for women and families
Angela Johnson
Child Care Center Manager
angela.johnson@cptc.edu
253.589.5531
Child daycare available on campus
Yes
Additional services available for these groups
International students
Veterans
Campus security
Career Services
Contact for more information
Career services offered
Career counseling
Career interest testing
Job bank
Job fairs
Job interview preparation
On campus recruitment by employers
Placement assistance
Résumé preparation assistance
Résumé referral to employers
List programs by [ title | cluster ]
Accounting Technology and Bookkeeping
Accounting [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Bookkeeping Clerk [Certificate]
Addiction Counseling
Human Services--Chemical Dependency Specialist [Certificate]
Animation, Video Graphics, and Special Effects
Digital Entertainment Design and Production [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Apparel and Textiles
Upholstery--Automotive [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Upholstery--Fundamentals [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Upholstery--Furniture [Certificate]
Apprenticeship Programs
Construction Technology [Certificate, Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Machinist Apprentice [Certificate]
Upholstery--Automotive [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Upholstery--Fundamentals [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Upholstery--Furniture [Certificate]
Architectural Engineering Technology
Architectural Engineering Design [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Auto Body Repair
Automotive Collision Technician [Associate]
Automotive Collision--Refinishing Technician [Certificate]
Automotive Collision--Structural Repair Technician [Certificate]
Automotive Restoration--Customization-Finishing [Certificate]
Upholstery--Automotive [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Automotive Technology
Automotive Drive Train Technician [Certificate]
Automotive Electrical & Air Conditioning/Heating Technician [Certificate]
Automotive Engine Repair & Engine Performance Technician [Certificate]
Automotive Ford Motor Company Maintenance and Light Repair Technician [Certificate]
Automotive Front End & Brakes Technician [Certificate]
Automotive Technician [Associate]
Automotive Technician--Hybrid & Alternative Fuel Vehicle [Certificate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Building Maintenance
Construction Technology [Certificate, Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Carpentry
Construction Technology [Certificate, Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Construction Technology--Residential Construction [Certificate]
Child Care Assisting
ECE--Childhood Foundation [Certificate]
ECE--Childhood Specialist [Certificate]
ECE--School-Age Out of School Program [Certificate]
Child Care Services Management
ECE--Childhood Leadership [Certificate]
ECE--Creating a Green Classroom [Certificate]
ECE--Short Certificate of Specialization [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Community Services
Human Services [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Computer Programming
Computer Programming [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Computer Programming--.Net Developer [Certificate]
Computer Science
Computer Programming [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Computer Support Specialist
Computer Networking & Information Systems Security--Help Desk Technician [Certificate]
Computer Networking & Information Systems Security--Computer Support Technician [Certificate]
Computer Systems Networking and Administration
Computer Networking & Information Systems Security Professional [Certificate]
Computer Networking & Information Systems Security--Server Administrator [Certificate]
Computer Networking & Information Systems Security [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Computer Networking & Information Systems Security--Advanced Cyber Incident Responder [Certificate]
Computer Networking & Information Systems Security--Cisco Network Design & Security [Certificate]
Computer Networking & Information Systems Security--Computer & Communications Security [Certificate]
Construction Trades
Construction Technology--Residential Construction [Certificate]
Cosmetology and Hair Design
Cosmetology [Associate, Pre-license Training]
Cosmetology Hair Designer [Associate, Pre-license Training]
Esthetic Sciences [Associate]
Master Esthetician [Certificate]
Culinary Arts
Culinary Arts [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Culinary Arts--Basic Cooking Skills [Certificate]
Pastry Arts [Certificate, Associate]
Cyber-computer Forensics and Counterterrorism
Computer Networking & Information Systems Security--Advanced Cyber Incident Responder [Certificate]
Cytotechnology
Medical Histology Technician [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Dental Assisting
Dental Assistant [Certificate, Associate]
Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging
Graphic Technologies [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Dialysis Technology
Hemodialysis Technician [Certificate]
Drafting and Design Technology
Architectural CAD Drafting [Certificate]
Architectural Engineering Design [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
ECE--Childhood Leadership [Certificate]
ECE--Childhood Foundation [Certificate]
ECE--Childhood Specialist [Certificate]
ECE--Creating a Green Classroom [Certificate]
ECE--Early Care and Education [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
ECE--School-Age Out of School Program [Certificate]
ECE--Short Certificate of Specialization [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
ECE--Special Needs [Certificate]
ECE--State Initial Certificate [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
ECE--Washington State Stackable Certificate [Certificate]
Electrical and Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair
Electrician Low Voltage Fire/Security [Certificate, Associate]
Mechatronics [Certificate, Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Mechatronics--Fundamental Skills for Manufacturing and Engineering [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Electrical and Power Transmission
Electrician Low Voltage Fire/Security [Certificate, Associate]
Elementary Education and Teaching
ECE--School-Age Out of School Program [Certificate]
Energy Management and Systems Technology
Construction Technology [Certificate, Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Engineering and Industrial Management
Operations Management [Bachelor of Applied Science]
Environmental Engineering Technology
Environmental Sciences & Technology [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Environmental Science
Environmental Sciences & Technology [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Food Services
Culinary Arts--Basic Cooking Skills [Certificate]
Game and Interactive Media Design
Digital Entertainment Design and Production [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Health Unit Coordination
Health Unit Coordinator [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology
HVAC--Basic HVAC/Refrigeration Service Technician [Certificate]
HVAC--Heating & Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Service Technician [Associate]
HVAC--Refrigeration Specialist [Certificate]
Human Services
Human Services [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Human Services--Chemical Dependency Specialist [Certificate]
Industrial Mechanics
Mechatronics [Certificate, Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Mechatronics--Fundamental Skills for Manufacturing and Engineering [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Interior Design
Interior Design [Associate, Bachelor of Applied Science]
Interior Design--Kitchen & Bath [Certificate]
Interior Design--Sustainable Interior Design [Certificate]
Upholstery--Fundamentals [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Upholstery--Furniture [Certificate]
Licensed Practical Nursing
Practical Nursing [Certificate]
Machine Shop Technology
Machinist Apprentice [Certificate]
Machinist Helper [Certificate]
Manufacturing Technologies [Associate]
Manufacturing Technologies--CNC Programmer/CATIA [Certificate]
Massage Therapy
Massage Studies [Associate, Pre-license Training]
Massage--Clinical Massage Practitioner [Certificate, Pre-license Training]
Massage--Swedish Practitioner [Certificate, Pre-license Training]
Medical Assisting
Medical Assistant [Associate]
Medical Laboratory Assisting
Medical Laboratory Technician [Associate]
Middle School Education and Teaching
ECE--School-Age Out of School Program [Certificate]
Nondestructive Testing
Nondestructive Testing [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Nondestructive Testing--Eddy Current Testing [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Nondestructive Testing--Magnetic Particle & Liquid Penetrant Testing [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Nondestructive Testing--Radiographic Testing [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Nondestructive Testing--Ultrasonic Testing [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Nursing Assisting
Nursing Assistant [Certificate]
Nursing Assistant for I-Best [Certificate]
Operations Management
Operations Management [Bachelor of Applied Science]
Pharmacy Technology
Pharmacy Technician [Certificate, Associate]
Photographic, Film, and Video Technology
Digital Entertainment Design and Production [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Pre-Nursing
Associate in Pre-Nursing [Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA), Associate of Arts and Science]
Quality Control Technology
Nondestructive Testing--Quality Assurance Inspector [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Restaurant and Food Services Management
Culinary Arts--Restaurant Management [Certificate]
Retail Management
Retail Business Management [Associate]
Retail Management [Certificate]
Special Education
ECE--Special Needs [Certificate]
Sterile Processing Technology
Central Service/Sterile Processing [Certificate]
Surgical Technology
Surgical Technology [Associate]
Telecommunications Technology
Computer Networking & Information Systems Security--Computer & Communications Security [Certificate]
Web Page and Multimedia Design
Graphic Technologies [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Welding Technology
Welding Technology [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Welding Technology--Basic Welding Skills [Certificate]
Welding Technology--Gas Metal Arc Welding [Certificate]
Welding Technology--Gas Tungsten Arc Welding [Certificate]
Welding Technology--Shielded Metal Arc Welding [Certificate]
Welding Technology--Wire Feed Welding [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Workforce Training and WIOA Eligible Training Programs
Accounting [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Architectural CAD Drafting [Certificate]
Architectural Engineering Design [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Automotive Collision Technician [Associate]
Automotive Collision--Refinishing Technician [Certificate]
Automotive Collision--Structural Repair Technician [Certificate]
Automotive Drive Train Technician [Certificate]
Automotive Electrical & Air Conditioning/Heating Technician [Certificate]
Automotive Engine Repair & Engine Performance Technician [Certificate]
Automotive Ford Motor Company Maintenance and Light Repair Technician [Certificate]
Automotive Front End & Brakes Technician [Certificate]
Automotive Restoration--Customization-Finishing [Certificate]
Automotive Technician [Associate]
Automotive Technician--Hybrid & Alternative Fuel Vehicle [Certificate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Bookkeeping Clerk [Certificate]
Central Service/Sterile Processing [Certificate]
Computer Networking & Information Systems Security Professional [Certificate]
Computer Networking & Information Systems Security [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Computer Networking & Information Systems Security--Cisco Network Design & Security [Certificate]
Computer Networking & Information Systems Security--Computer & Communications Security [Certificate]
Computer Programming [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Computer Programming--.Net Developer [Certificate]
Construction Technology--Residential Construction [Certificate]
Cosmetology [Associate, Pre-license Training]
Culinary Arts [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Culinary Arts--Basic Cooking Skills [Certificate]
Culinary Arts--Restaurant Management [Certificate]
Dental Assistant [Certificate, Associate]
ECE--Childhood Leadership [Certificate]
ECE--Childhood Foundation [Certificate]
ECE--Childhood Specialist [Certificate]
ECE--Creating a Green Classroom [Certificate]
ECE--Early Care and Education [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
ECE--School-Age Out of School Program [Certificate]
ECE--Special Needs [Certificate]
Electrician Low Voltage Fire/Security [Certificate, Associate]
Environmental Sciences & Technology [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Esthetic Sciences [Associate]
Graphic Technologies [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Health Unit Coordinator [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Hemodialysis Technician [Certificate]
Human Services [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
HVAC--Basic HVAC/Refrigeration Service Technician [Certificate]
HVAC--Heating & Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Service Technician [Associate]
Interior Design [Associate, Bachelor of Applied Science]
Interior Design--Kitchen & Bath [Certificate]
Interior Design--Sustainable Interior Design [Certificate]
Machinist Apprentice [Certificate]
Machinist Helper [Certificate]
Manufacturing Technologies [Associate]
Manufacturing Technologies--CNC Programmer/CATIA [Certificate]
Massage Studies [Associate, Pre-license Training]
Massage--Clinical Massage Practitioner [Certificate, Pre-license Training]
Massage--Swedish Practitioner [Certificate, Pre-license Training]
Mechatronics [Certificate, Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Mechatronics--Fundamental Skills for Manufacturing and Engineering [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Medical Assistant [Associate]
Medical Histology Technician [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Medical Laboratory Technician [Associate]
Nondestructive Testing [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Nondestructive Testing--Eddy Current Testing [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Nondestructive Testing--Magnetic Particle & Liquid Penetrant Testing [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Nondestructive Testing--Quality Assurance Inspector [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Nondestructive Testing--Radiographic Testing [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Nondestructive Testing--Ultrasonic Testing [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Nursing Assistant [Certificate]
Nursing Assistant for I-Best [Certificate]
Operations Management [Bachelor of Applied Science]
Pharmacy Technician [Certificate, Associate]
Practical Nursing [Certificate]
Retail Business Management [Associate]
Retail Management [Certificate]
Surgical Technology [Associate]
Welding Technology [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Welding Technology--Basic Welding Skills [Certificate]
Welding Technology--Gas Metal Arc Welding [Certificate]
Welding Technology--Gas Tungsten Arc Welding [Certificate]
Welding Technology--Shielded Metal Arc Welding [Certificate]
South Hill Campus
Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering Technology
Advanced Composite Manufacturing [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Aviation Maintenance Technology
Advanced Composite Manufacturing [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Aviation Maintenance Technician [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Aviation Maintenance--Airframe Maintenance Technician [Certificate]
Aviation Maintenance--Powerplant Technician [Certificate]
Avionics Technician--Aircraft Electronics and Electronic Instrument Systems [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Avionics Technician--Aircraft Wiring & Avionic Systems [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Boat Maintenance and Repair
Advanced Composite Manufacturing [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Commercial Pilot and Flight Crew Training
Professional Pilot [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Professional Pilot--Airline Multi-Engine Crew Resource Management 1 & 2 [Certificate]
Professional Pilot--Commercial Pilot [Certificate]
Professional Pilot--Instrument Pilot [Certificate]
Professional Pilot--Multi-Engine Instructor Training [Certificate]
Professional Pilot--Multi-Engine Training [Certificate]
Composite Technology
Advanced Composite Manufacturing [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Flight Instructor Training
Professional Pilot--Flight Instructor [Certificate]
Professional Pilot--Multi-Engine Instructor Training [Certificate]
Manufacturing Technology
Advanced Composite Manufacturing [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Private Pilot
Professional Pilot--Instrument Pilot [Certificate]
Professional Pilot--Multi-Engine Instructor Training [Certificate]
Professional Pilot--Multi-Engine Training [Certificate]
Professional Pilot--Private Pilot [Certificate]
Workforce Training and WIOA Eligible Training Programs
Advanced Composite Manufacturing [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
Aviation Maintenance Technician [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Aviation Maintenance--Airframe Maintenance Technician [Certificate]
Aviation Maintenance--Powerplant Technician [Certificate]
Professional Pilot [Associate, Transfer, Associate of Applied Science]
Professional Pilot--Commercial Pilot [Certificate]
Professional Pilot--Flight Instructor [Certificate]
Professional Pilot--Instrument Pilot [Certificate]
Professional Pilot--Private Pilot [Certificate]
