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Walla Walla Community College
Walla Walla, Washington · Public college
Address: 500 Tausick Way, Walla Walla, WA 99362 · Phone: (509) 522-2500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Walla Walla Community College is a public trade school in Walla Walla, WA offering CNA classes, welding, and phlebotomy programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt at Walla Walla Community College is $14,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,526; the campus completion rate is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Walla Walla Community College participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 31.6% 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 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $47,980 | $63,020 | $73,650 |
| Phlebotomists | $39,410 | $48,880 | $58,370 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $54,720 | $77,900 | $92,880 |
| Construction laborers | $39,930 | $57,720 | $72,160 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $39,470 | $57,270 | $76,960 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $48,810 | $75,660 | $93,970 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $36,830 | $59,510 | $73,540 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $49,920 | $76,010 | $81,540 |
| Barbers | $52,540 | $61,150 | $75,160 |
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, under 300 hours | 45 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 10 | $34,346 | $32,569 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | $34,346 | $32,569 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 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
Walla Walla Community College is a public trade and career school located in Walla Walla, Washington. It is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and it participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for programs. The college awards trade credentials across 19 program families, with its top programs being CNA classes (60 completers), welding schools (33 completers), and phlebotomy classes (24 completers).
Federal data shows 187 trade program completers against an undergraduate enrollment of 2,418. The state average completion rate is reported at 66.1%, but this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt among graduates is $14,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,526. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 31.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus offers a mix of shorter certificate-style trade programs, such as CNA and phlebotomy, alongside more technical fields like welding, which may suit both recent high school graduates and adult career changers seeking a workforce-focused credential, though exact program lengths are not reported here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and full outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and by confirming details with the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Walla Walla Community College offers 19 program families, with the top programs being CNA classes, welding schools, and phlebotomy classes based on completer counts.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and 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 students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's own 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?
Median debt among graduates is $14,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,526, 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?
This is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-level funding, in addition to federal aid.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the available federal data; contact the school at (509) 522-2500 or visit wwcc.edu for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the school's dedicated page, or by contacting the accreditors directly.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both shorter certificate programs like CNA and phlebotomy and more technical fields like welding, which may appeal to career changers, though specific adult-learner services are not reported in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Walla Walla Community College at (509) 522-2500 or through its website, wwcc.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across schools directly.
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.