Overview
Clark College is a public, 2-year institution located in Vancouver, Washington. The college supports many areas of study, including Creative & Communication Arts, Business & Entrepreneurship, Healthcare & Biosciences, Public Service & Education, Advanced Manufacturing & Mechanical, Science & Engineering, and Transitional Studies. Students attending classes at Clark College can take advantage of the school’s many available computer labs, which are spread out among the campus for ease of access. Eligible high school juniors and seniors can enroll in the school’s Running Start program, which allows them to attend college and earn college credit early.
Average Net Price:
$8,237
Campus Setting:
Small city
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $4,632 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $10,380 |
Additional Costs
| Books and Supplies | $762 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Aid & Grants
0
100
87%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
22%
Average Aid Per Year
$6,853
22%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,393
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$774
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
32%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$2883
39%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,393
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$44,375,972
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$17,835,113
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
11%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$4,951
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$6,802
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$116
Students receiving federal loans
11%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$4,951
Average Other Loans Per Year
$6,365
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
345
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
Transcript
No
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
No
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
Application Fee
$25
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
Admissions: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Bachelor's
Total Number of Students
6,593
Total Number of Undergrads
6,593
Student:Faculty Ratio
12:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Air Force
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
49
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Small city
Countries Represented
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
42%
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
No
Housing
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
Athletics
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Intramural Sports
5
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
No
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
No
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$38,100
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$6,802
Loan Default Rate
12%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$116
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingMany different campuses to choose from, great staff, and very knowledgeable. I love it here.
Makenzie from Camas, WA
Clark College is dedicated to the highest standards of education and honesty wants everyone to not only succeed but be the best they can be.
Everyone on campus is here to help you from Professors, Counselors and fellow students.
There are many programs that are provided to assist you in any class you are taking, whether you need tutoring or studying for an upcoming test.
Everyone on campus is here to help you from Professors, Counselors and fellow students.
There are many programs that are provided to assist you in any class you are taking, whether you need tutoring or studying for an upcoming test.
Gina from Vancouver, WA
Clark is defiantly a great school to attend. There are great teachers in every department who really love teaching and make class interesting.
Ann from Vancouver, WA
clark college is an absolutely beautiful campus with very helpful faculty and staff. everyone who goes to clark are so friendly and accepting; there is a place for absolutely everyone to fit in. clark college gives so many people opportunities they might have never had otherwise.
Karissa from Washougal, WA
The classes are well structured, many offer a mix of online and lecture study which is very convenient.
Diana from Vancouver, WA
Even though I have only completed my first quarter at Clark, the teachers have been exceptional. They are always willing to assist you and take time out of their busy day to help you with whatever they can help you on.
Talitha from Vancouver, WA
Clark college is very open to any student. They work with financially unstable students and help make the best career for everyone. They offer almost any kind of career.
Kendra from Brush Prairie, WA
This is the second institute of higher learning that I have attended and it far surpasses my expectations
Leeah from Ridgfielsw, WA
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