Pierce College

Pierce College, established in 1967, is ranked among the top 10 percent of American community colleges and is nationally recognized for its academic excellence and student success. As a fully accredited, state-run institution, Pierce College offers associate and bachelor’s degrees, professional certificates, and short-term programs.
The college features two beautiful campuses located just 30 minutes apart, each boasting modern buildings, natural landscaping, hilltop views, and large windows that create exceptional study spaces. Both campuses provide a friendly, safe, and welcoming environment where students can enjoy comfortable study areas, a diverse food court, engaging student clubs, as well as music and sporting events.
Pierce College offers college courses at Graham-Kapowsin High School, bringing access to higher education to communities in south Pierce County. Courses are offered in the late afternoon and evenings, allowing working adults the added flexibility of earning college creditsin their own community.
The College also offers college courses at Spanaway Lake High School. The schedule for these day-time courses is conveniently aligned with the high school to provide maximum flexibility for students and community members who live or work nearby. Pierce College instruction, services and support will be provided in a portable classroom on site.
Classes are taught by Pierce College professorsand course offerings include general requirements students will need for nearly any career or education pathway they wish to pursue.