Big Bend Community College

Big Bend Community College is a public four-year institution located in Moses Lake, Washington. The college enrolls 2,584 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 27.75 out of 100. Its completion rate is 37% (IPEDS 2023).

Big Bend Community College offers certificate programs across aviation, trades, healthcare, and information technology. Aviation programs include Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician, Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician, and Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew at multiple certificate levels. Trades programs include Electrician, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, and Welding Technology/Welder. Healthcare offerings include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse and Medical/Clinical Assistant. Technology programs include Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications and Medical Office Management/Administration.

Located in Moses Lake in the Columbia Basin region of central Washington, Big Bend Community College serves a primarily agricultural and rural community. Its aviation program offerings distinguish it from many similarly sized community colleges, reflecting the presence of the Grant County International Airport and regional aviation industry.