Bates Technical College

Bates Technical College is a 2-year, public university located in Tacoma, WA. Students at Bates Technical College can enroll in associate’s degree programs.

Bates Technical College Military & Veteran Support Programs

Bates Technical College offers the following veteran and military support programs:

• Bates Technical College has GI Bill approved programs
• Has a Student Veterans of America chapter
• Offers credit for military experience
• Awards credit for the CLEP exam
• Approved for Tuition Assistance
• Bates Technical College is not a Yellow Ribbon school
• Bates Technical College is a MyCAA approved school

Is Bates Technical College a GI Bill approved school?

Yes, Bates Technical is a GI Bill approved school. However, you will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by the GI Bill. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Is Bates Technical College a Yellow Ribbon school?

No, Bates Technical is not a Yellow Ribbon School. However, as a state school most of the costs of tuition are still 100% covered by the GI Bill. Please check with the school to ensure you are covered.

What are Bates Technical College’s tuition rates for military and veterans?

Bates Technical’s tuition rate for active military does not exceed the Tuition Rate assistance cap of $250 per hour. This means that the student may not have out-of-pocket costs. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

What are Bates Technical College’s online tuition rates for military and veterans?

Bates Technical’s tuition rate for active military does not exceed the Tuition Rate assistance cap of $250 per hour. This means that the student may not have out-of-pocket costs. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Does Bates Technical College offer online degree programs?

Yes, Bates Technical offers online degree programs. 

Is Bates Technical College approved for Tuition Assistance?

Yes, Bates Technical is approved for Tuition Assistance.  

Eligible students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by Tuition Assistance. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Is Bates Technical College a MyCAA school?

Yes, Bates Technical is a Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA) approved school. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Message from Bates Technical College

Bates Technical College helps students realize their potential for growth and success through innovative instruction in a nurturing, diverse environment. Students achieve their career and personal goals, strengthening the region's social and economic vibrancy. Strong local and global partnerships with business, industry, labor and the public make the college a respected contributor to community vitality.