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Big Bend Community College

Moses Lake, WA·Public·1,281 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 40%. a public school with 1,281 students.

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1,281
Students
$10,875
Net Price
37%
Grad Rate
$38,200
Earnings
10 yr
$6,832
Debt

About This School

Big Bend Community College is a public institution located in Moses Lake, Washington with approximately 1,281 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $10,875 per year. The graduation rate is 37%, and the typical graduate earns $38,200 within 10 years of enrollment.

Big Bend Community College (BBCC) is a public community college in Moses Lake, Washington. It was established in 1961 and moved to its campus at the former Larson Air Force Base in 1966.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $10,875/year net price and a median debt of only $6,832 at graduation, this is one of the more affordable paths to a two-year degree in Washington state. However, the 37% graduation rate is a real concern — most students who start here don't finish — so if you enroll, go in with a clear plan and use advising resources early. Median earnings of $38,200 a decade out are modest, making this a reasonable fit if you're targeting a specific local career or planning to transfer, but less so if you're hoping for a high-salary outcome.

Founded
1962
Setting
Remote town

Popular Programs

Education18%
Business & Marketing8%
Health Professions6%
Computer Science1%
Physical Sciences1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$4,909
Out-of-State Tuition
$5,443
Avg Net Price
$10,875
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants29%
Median debt at graduation$6,832

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
37%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$38,200
after enrollment
Median Debt
$6,832
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$6,832
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$28,300
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$38,200
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 5.6x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White38%
Black1%
Hispanic/Latino49%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,281 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Big Bend Community College

7662 Chanute St NE

Moses Lake, WA 98837-3299

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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