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Shoreline Community College
Shoreline, Washington · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133 · Phone: (206) 546-4101 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Shoreline Community College is a public trade and career school in Shoreline, Washington, offering auto mechanic, CNA, and medical billing & coding programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Shoreline Community College carry a median debt of $12,021 and earn a median of $52,009 ten years after entry; the campus completion rate is not reported, though the state average is 66.1%.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Shoreline Community College; the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and 12.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $39,470 | $57,270 | $76,960 |
| Nursing assistants | $42,500 | $49,180 | $57,930 |
| Medical records specialists | $45,500 | $62,270 | $79,680 |
| Dental hygienists | $107,090 | $131,160 | $134,670 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 77 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 42 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | $77,087 | $20,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 12 | not reported | $41,937 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 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
Shoreline Community College is a public college located in Shoreline, Washington, in a large suburb setting. It participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help cover costs. The campus is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, with additional program-level accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Among its 10 program families, the campus awards the most completions in auto mechanic schools (95), CNA classes (44), and medical billing & coding programs (35), with 187 total trade completers and an undergraduate enrollment of 3,046.
Federal data shows the state average completion rate is 66.1%, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to that average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,021, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $52,009. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 12.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a modest share of low-income student enrollment.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, hands-on career programs such as auto mechanics or CNA training, as well as those in longer allied-health tracks like dental hygiene, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status and outcomes directly through the College Scorecard or by contacting the school, since not all figures — including completion rate comparisons and cost — are reported in available federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Shoreline Community College offers 10 program families, with the most completions in auto mechanic schools (95), CNA classes (44), and medical billing & coding programs (35).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus 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 school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
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%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $12,021, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $52,009, 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 at (206) 546-4101 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Shoreline Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for in-state residents and eligibility for state funding, though specifics on cost aren't reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration for specific tracks like auto mechanics or dental hygiene.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and review federal outcome data through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?236610.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not specified in the available data; contact the school directly to learn about credentialing tied to specific programs such as CNA or dental hygiene.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Shoreline Community College at (206) 546-4101 or through its website at https://www.shoreline.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings 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.