Academic Programs
Programs at Pierce College
Pierce College offers four-year bachelor degrees, two-year associate degrees, and short term certificates to help you advance your career.


Associate Degrees and University Transfer
Get your first two years of college done easily and affordably with an associate degree that prepares you for transfer to a four-year institution.

Professional/Technical Programs
Earn a degree or a certificate while gaining practical, work-related skills in a high-demand career field.

Bachelor Degrees
Earn a four-year degree in your community with degrees such as Dental Hygiene, Construction Management, Business and more.
Learn what you'll need to transfer after earning your degree from Pierce College.
More Programs at Pierce College
Community and Continuing Education
Courses for personal enrichment or career advancement, online and in-person.
Running Start
Earn college credits without paying tuition while in high school. Graduate with a high school diploma and an associate degree and get a head start on your college education.
General Education
Pierce College offers programs that can help adults brush up on their basic skills, earn a GED or high school diploma, or learn English as a Second Language (ESL).
International Education
Pierce College offers a quality education in the United States to students like you from around the world.
Study Abroad
Gain a global perspective while earning college credit. We offer 1 to 2 week study tours for students with busy work and family lives. Students can also study abroad from 4 weeks to a full term.
Extended Learning
Pierce College offers several specialized programs in collaboration with the state Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS.)