Big Bend Community College

Moses Lake, Washington · Public, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$12,210

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

41.5%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

1,272

In-state tuition

$5,059

Out-of-state tuition

$5,619

Cost of attendance

$21,661

Median earnings (10y)

$43,814

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
Town

Programs breakdown

13 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (42%), trades & services (28%), social sciences (13%).

  • STEM2%
  • Health7%
  • Business7%
  • Humanities & arts42%
  • Social sciences13%
  • Trades & services28%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

23 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's606$20,671$5,500
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Undergraduate certificate210
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate84
Ground Transportation.Undergraduate certificate68
Air Transportation.Associate's55
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.Undergraduate certificate45
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's31$70,442$19,825
Business/Commerce, General.Associate's26
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's24
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Associate's22
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Associate's20
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications.Associate's16
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers.Associate's16
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's12
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications.Undergraduate certificate10
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's9
Agricultural Production Operations.Associate's8
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate7
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Associate's7$32,616
Physical Sciences, General.Associate's6
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's6
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate6
Precision Metal Working.Associate's5

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Big Bend Community College

Big Bend Community College is a mid-sized institution located in Moses Lake, Washington, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 1,272 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Mechanic & repair, Education.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Big Bend Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $12,210 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $5,059 for in-state students and $5,619 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $21,661 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 41.5%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $43,814 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Big Bend Community College confers degrees and certificates across 13 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Mechanic & repair, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (42% of credentials), trades & services (28% of credentials), social sciences (13% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.

Location & campus

Set in Moses Lake, Washington (town), Big Bend Community College draws students from across Washington and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Big Bend Community College

Q.How much does Big Bend Community College cost?

The average net price at Big Bend Community College is $12,210 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $21,661.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Big Bend Community College?

Big Bend Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 41.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Big Bend Community College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Big Bend Community College graduate earns $43,814 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Big Bend Community College?

Published tuition is $5,059 in-state and $5,619 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Big Bend Community College located?

Big Bend Community College is located in Moses Lake, Washington (ZIP 98837).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Big Bend Community College at their official website.