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North Seattle College
Seattle, Washington · Public college · Training programs available:
Address: 9600 College Way North, Seattle, WA 98103 · Phone: (206) 934-3600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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North Seattle College is a public trade school in Seattle, Washington offering pharmacy technician programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
The statewide average completion rate is 66.1%, though this campus's own rate isn't reported; per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt is $15,458 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $47,728.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for North Seattle College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 13.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy technicians | $47,270 | $58,900 | $67,630 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $40,225 | $33,138 | 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
North Seattle College is a public trade and career training campus located in Seattle, Washington. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. It is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, with its nursing-related offerings recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. The primary trade program awarded here is pharmacy technician training, with 5 recent completers in that field out of an undergraduate enrollment of 3,074.
Federal data shows the statewide average completion rate is 66.1%, though this campus's own completion rate compared to that average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates who borrowed carried a median debt of $15,458, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $47,728. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 13.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating some enrollment of students with financial need.
This campus may suit students interested in a focused, single-program pathway into pharmacy technician work rather than a broad associate-degree track, though exact program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Because it's a large public institution embedded in a city setting, it may also serve adult learners seeking a familiar college environment. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
North Seattle College's federal trade data centers on pharmacy technician programs, with 5 recent completers. Program count reported is limited to this single family.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. It holds recognition from the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, with nursing-related programs also recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants. About 13.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The statewide average completion rate is 66.1%, but this campus's specific completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median debt among graduates is $15,458.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $47,728, per the U.S. Department of Education 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 (206) 934-3600 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
North Seattle College is a public institution, which often means lower published tuition rates for state residents compared to for-profit schools, though specific costs here are not reported.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and review federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?236072.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers a focused pharmacy technician program within a large public college in a city setting, which may suit adult learners, but specific career-changer support services are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after completing a pharmacy technician program are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for details on state certification requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach North Seattle College at (206) 934-3600 or through its website at https://www.northseattle.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data does not report a comparison of this campus's outcomes against other nearby schools; consult the College Scorecard to compare institutions directly.
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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.