by our College Data Analytics TeamWhats the point of going to college without academics? Below is an overview of academic life at Whatcom Community College — the faculty and staff who teach, the majors and fields of study on offer, and the online and distance options available.
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The student-to-faculty ratio at Whatcom Community College is about average at 12 to 1, close to the national average of 15 to 1. With 98% of instructors full time, Whatcom Community College is above the national average of 47%.
For the full breakdown — tenure status, part-time and adjunct share, and how the faculty compares with the national average — see the faculty composition report.
Students at Whatcom Community College can choose from 23 majors with reported graduates spanning 11 broad fields of study.
Degrees offered at Whatcom Community College are summarised below:
| Degree Level | Offered |
|---|---|
| Associate | ✓ |
| Bachelor’s | ✓ |
| Master’s | — |
| Doctorate | — |
Ranked by number of graduates, these are the most popular majors at Whatcom Community College.
| Most Popular Majors | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 417 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | 85 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 55 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | 54 |
| Business/Commerce, General | 53 |
For the complete list of majors, concentrations and graduation numbers, see the academic majors report.
Before you decide, here are a few more questions to consider about academics at Whatcom Community College:
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