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South Seattle College

Seattle, WA

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Median Earnings
$44,486
10 years after enrollment
Grad Rate
29.3%
6-year completion
Students
1,616
Undergraduate enrollment
Admit Rate
Acceptance rate

Annual Cost Breakdown

Full Sticker Price

$15,385/yr

Tuition + fees + room + board + books. What you pay with no financial aid.

Avg After Grants

$6,004/yr

What students who received federal/institutional grants actually paid on average. Varies by family income.

Tuition Only

In-state: $5,238

Out-of-state: $5,796

Tuition only — does not include room, board, or fees.

💡 The “Avg After Grants” is an average across all students who received aid — your actual cost depends on your family income. Use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after grants — by income bracket. Source: U.S. Dept of Education, AY 2022–23.

Under $30k/yr income$5,744/yr
$30k–$48k/yr income$4,758/yr
$48k–$75k/yr income$7,276/yr
$75k–$110k/yr income
Over $110k/yr income$10,615/yr

These are averages for aid recipients. Your exact cost depends on your specific FAFSA results. Estimate yours on studentaid.gov →

Admissions & Outcomes

Acceptance Rate
1-Year Retention
Pell Grant Recipients
9.5%
First-Generation Students
48.5%
In-State Tuition
$5,238/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$5,796/yr

Top Programs

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Computer Science
Engineering

% of bachelor's degrees awarded in each field

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Program Rankings

Official program-level rankings (US News, QS, Forbes) are not available through a free public API. The Earnings by Major section below is the best free proxy — it shows real median salaries 2 years after graduation for each program at this school, sourced directly from federal earnings data.

Frequently Asked Questions about South Seattle College

How much does South Seattle College cost?

The average net price at South Seattle College after grants and scholarships is $6,004 per year. The full sticker price before aid is $15,385/yr. Your actual cost depends on your family income — use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

What is the graduation rate at South Seattle College?

The 6-year graduation rate at South Seattle College is 29.3%. The 1-year retention rate is not available. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What is the acceptance rate at South Seattle College?

The acceptance rate at South Seattle College is not available. Not available.

What do South Seattle College graduates earn?

The median earnings of students who attended South Seattle College 10 years after enrollment is $44,486. Earnings vary significantly by major — see the Earnings by Major section above for program-specific data. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Is South Seattle College a good school?

Whether South Seattle College is the right fit depends on your major, budget, and priorities. Key facts: 29% graduation rate, average net price of $6,004/year, median graduate earnings of $44,486 at 10 years. Use our free Fit Score quiz to see how this school ranks against your specific needs.

Data from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, AY 2022–23 (updated November 2025). Earnings reflect median 10-year outcomes for all students who enrolled.

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