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Renton Technical College

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale City: Midsize
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Quarter
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 10 to 1
On-time graduation rate 57%

Located in Renton, Washington, Renton Technical College is a public, institution that offers undergraduate degrees. Renton Technical College operates on a quarter-based calendar system, dividing the academic year into four terms.

One of the notable aspects of Renton Technical College is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Renton Technical College is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 10-to-1, Renton Technical College emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.


  • Accredited by: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

In-State Tuition & Fees

$5,671

Cost of attendance at Renton Technical College in 2022 for students from Washington.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Washington's average $5,771
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$6,131

Cost of attendance at Renton Technical College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Washington's average $11,857
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 73 of freshman students at Renton Technical College received on average $7,793 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$7,793
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 50 51% $4,553 $227,649
Other Federal Grant 60 61% $4,703 $282,196
State Grant/Scholarships 68 69% $3,987 $271,111
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 6 6% $1,300 $7,800
Total Grant & Scholarships 72 73% $7,793 $561,107

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Renton Technical College students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Renton Technical College students is 57.4%. Female students graduated at a rate of 48.2%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 65.2%.

57.4%

  • asian 68.8% 11 students
  • African American 27.3% 3 students
  • white 64.4% 29 students
  • unknown 58.3% 7 students
  • hawaiian 100.0% 2 students
  • hispanic 35.0% 7 students
  • Mixed Race 63.6% 7 students

Service Offerings

Renton Technical College provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Renton Technical College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent
  • High school education

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training