Summary

Prepare for entry-level laboratory position within the biotechnology field, ranging from research and biopharma to clinical laboratories. Gain foundational skills and knowledge through classroom learning, extensive hands-on lab experiences, and paid internship opportunities. No prior experience required. 

Completion Award
Associate of Applied Arts and Sciences
Length of Study
92.5 Credits
Starting Quarter
Fall
Location
On Campus

The career outlook in the field of biotechnology is very promising with over 100 biotechnology-related facilities in the Seattle metropolitan area. The proliferation of new technologies is expanding employment opportunities in research, production, development and manufacturing; examples include work as a laboratory assistant, lab specialist or research assistant.

Potential employers include: university or privately owned biotechnology research and production labs; and pharmaceutical or criminal labs; fisheries, oceanographic and other nature resource management organizations.

Estimated Tuition & Fees

(does not include additional program or course fees, books, or supply costs)

Per Quarter
2024-2025
WA-Resident Non-WA resident,
US citizen, &
Eligible non-citizen

On Campus
Non-WA resident
Non-US citizen¹
Non-WA resident, US citizen
Online Only
1 credit $126.47 $246.49 $327.01 $144.67
5 credits $632.35 $1,232.45 $1,635.05 $723.35
12 credits (full-time) $1,387.14 $2,487.04 $3,408.94 $1,571.08
15 credits $1,570.80 $2,520.25 $3,617.20 $1,757.65

¹ Includes all International Students, both on campus and overseas online

Additional Fees
Approximately $660 per year in lab fees

Ways to pay for school

Federal aid, scholarships, grants, and more are available to help you pay for school.

Next Steps

Please complete our intake form before you enroll and begin taking courses towards this degree. This form allows us to learn more about you and connect you with a program advisor to support you through your degree.

Click “How to apply” below to find out more and access the intake form

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