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Clark College
Vancouver, Washington · Public college · Training programs available:
Address: 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver, WA 98663 · Phone: (360) 992-2000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Clark College is a public trade school in Vancouver, WA offering welding, medical assistant, and culinary programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt at Clark College is $10,881 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,356; the campus's completion rate compared to the state average of 66.1% is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Clark College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 24.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $47,980 | $63,020 | $73,650 |
| Medical assistants | $46,540 | $59,290 | $63,590 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $49,920 | $76,010 | $81,540 |
| Phlebotomists | $39,410 | $48,880 | $58,370 |
| Medical records specialists | $45,500 | $62,270 | $79,680 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $39,470 | $57,270 | $76,960 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $47,270 | $58,900 | $67,630 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $54,720 | $77,900 | $92,880 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $37,290 | $52,690 | $56,580 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Washington (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 59 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 24 | $32,140 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 17 | $33,785 | $34,348 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | $39,729 | $9,625 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 8 | $31,282 | $30,409 | $21,000 |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 7 | $34,206 | $34,704 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | $25,774 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | $25,774 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | $39,729 | $9,625 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 2 | $33,785 | $34,348 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Clark College is a public trade and career school in Vancouver, Washington. It is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, along with program-level accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. Among its 20 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in welding schools, medical assistant programs, and culinary & pastry schools, with 214 trade completers recorded and an undergraduate enrollment of 4,945.
Federal data shows a state average completion rate of 66.1%, though this campus's own completion rate compared to that average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt among graduates is $10,881, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,356, per the College Scorecard. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 24.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income students.
This campus, set in a midsize city, offers a mix of short career-training programs and longer credential paths across trades like welding, medical assisting, and culinary arts, which may suit both recent graduates and adults changing careers, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and outcomes directly using the College Scorecard link or by contacting the school, since exact program lengths, tuition, and licensing requirements are not fully detailed in this data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Clark College offers 20 program families, with the most completions in welding schools (75), medical assistant programs (39), and culinary & pastry schools (25).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Clark College is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, with additional program accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The state average completion rate is 66.1%, but how this campus compares is not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $10,881, per the College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,356, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (360) 992-2000 or visit https://www.clark.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Clark College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition and eligibility for state funding compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status through the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities or check outcomes at the College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?234933.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers programs in trades like welding, medical assisting, and culinary arts that may suit career changers, though specific scheduling or format details for adult learners are not reported in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly for guidance on certification needed for specific trades.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Clark College at (360) 992-2000 or through its website, https://www.clark.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this data; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side outcomes.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.