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South Seattle College
Seattle, Washington · Public college · Training programs available:
Address: 6000 16th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98106 · Phone: (206) 934-5300 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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South Seattle College is a public trade school in Seattle, Washington offering aviation maintenance, auto mechanic, and welding programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
The statewide average completion rate is 66.1%, though this campus's own completion rate is not reported; graduates earn a median of $44,486 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported for South Seattle College in federal data; federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and about 9.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $58,450 | $98,980 | $107,370 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $39,470 | $57,270 | $76,960 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $47,980 | $63,020 | $73,650 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $49,920 | $76,010 | $81,540 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $54,720 | $77,900 | $92,880 |
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 | Associate degree | 55 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 52 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 47 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 27 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, under 300 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 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
South Seattle College is a public trade and career-training campus in Seattle, Washington, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Because it is a Title IV school, students can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to help pay for their programs. The college awards 15 program families overall, with its largest trade enrollments in aviation maintenance (A&P) schools, auto mechanic schools, and welding schools.
Federal data show 238 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 1,616 students. The statewide average completion rate is 66.1%, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates report median earnings of $44,486 ten years after entry. About 9.5% of students receive Pell Grants. Median graduate debt and annual cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This large-city campus appears geared toward students seeking hands-on technical training in aviation, automotive, and welding trades, with program length and schedule details not specified here. Career changers and adults considering a return to school should confirm program length, class schedule, and current tuition directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures, check the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities listing and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
South Seattle College offers 15 program families, with the largest trade enrollments in aviation maintenance (A&P) schools, auto mechanic schools, and welding schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, South Seattle College is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, with an accreditation status of Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 9.5% of students at this campus receive 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 statewide average completion rate is 66.1%. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard for updates.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (206) 934-5300 or visit the College Scorecard link for more detail.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Graduates report median earnings of $44,486 ten years after entry, 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 directly at (206) 934-5300 or visit southseattle.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
South Seattle College is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition for state residents and Title IV eligibility for financial aid.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration for specific trades.
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 at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?236504.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify schedule format or program length, so fit for adult career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data. Contact the school directly to learn about credentialing tied to specific programs like aviation maintenance or welding.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach South Seattle College at (206) 934-5300 or through its website, southseattle.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 dataset; consult 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.