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Columbia Basin College
Pasco, Washington · Public college · Training programs available:
Address: 2600 N 20th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301 · Phone: (509) 547-0511 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Columbia Basin College is a public trade and career school in Pasco, WA offering CNA classes, medical assistant programs, and surgical tech programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Columbia Basin College carry a median debt of $14,829 and earn a median of $46,680 ten years after entry; the campus completion rate is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Columbia Basin College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 25.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $42,500 | $49,180 | $57,930 |
| Medical assistants | $46,540 | $59,290 | $63,590 |
| Surgical technologists | $55,270 | $77,270 | $90,620 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $37,290 | $52,690 | $56,580 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $47,980 | $63,020 | $73,650 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $66,570 | $102,090 | $121,560 |
| Machinists | $48,360 | $66,160 | $80,340 |
| Phlebotomists | $39,410 | $48,880 | $58,370 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $39,470 | $57,270 | $76,960 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | $48,841 | $48,432 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 11 | $32,426 | $32,711 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 9 | $48,841 | $48,432 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | $41,007 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 1 | $48,841 | $48,432 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | 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
Columbia Basin College is a public trade and career training campus located in Pasco, Washington. It participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for their education. The school is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Among its 22 program families, the campus awards the most completions in CNA classes (26), medical assistant programs (24), and surgical technologist programs (21).
In terms of outcomes, the college reports 146 trade program completers against an undergraduate enrollment of 4,640. The state average completion rate is 66.1%, though Columbia Basin's own completion rate and its comparison to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $14,829, and median earnings ten years after entry are $46,680. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 25.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment.
This campus may suit students pursuing short, focused certificate programs in healthcare and technical trades, such as CNA training, medical assisting, or surgical technology, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students, including career changers, should verify accreditation status and outcome data directly through the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Columbia Basin College offers 22 program families, with the most completions in CNA classes, medical assistant programs, and surgical technologist programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, with additional program-specific accreditation from nursing and dental education bodies.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 66.1%; contact the school or check the College Scorecard for more detail.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $14,829, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $46,680, per federal data.
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 directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Columbia Basin College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition rates and eligibility for state funding compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (509) 547-0511 or visit its website for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and check outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the school's dedicated page.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats or schedules for adult learners, so career changers should contact the school directly to discuss fit and flexibility.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school to learn about certification steps for specific programs like CNA or surgical technology.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Columbia Basin College by phone at (509) 547-0511 or visit its website at https://www.columbiabasin.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare outcomes across institutions.
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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.