Pierce College

Pierce College is a public two-year community college located in Lakewood, Washington, serving students in Pierce County and the broader South Puget Sound region. The college operates multiple campuses and provides a wide range of academic and career-technical programs designed to support workforce entry and university transfer.

Pierce College offers programs in healthcare, business, information technology, criminal justice, early childhood education, and the trades, among others. Students may earn certificates or associate degrees, including transfer-oriented Associate of Arts degrees and professional Associate of Applied Science degrees aligned with regional employment needs.

Lakewood is situated in western Washington near Tacoma, providing students access to a large and diverse regional economy. Pierce College serves a significant population of military-connected students given the proximity of Joint Base Lewis-McChord, and it maintains programming and support services tailored to veterans and active-duty service members.