In the 2007-2008 academic year, the College served over 8,100 students. In fall 2007, the student body was 52% female and 48% male, with 22% minority students, and the average student age was 28 years old. BTC served over 2,150 full-time equivalent students during the 2007-2008 academic year.

Founded
1957

Affiliation
One of 34 community and technical colleges operating under the State of Washington.

Accreditation
Accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.

Foundation
The BTC Foundation is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization incorporated in 1987 to stimulate private support for the programs, needs, and enhancements of Bellingham Technical College.

Financial Aid
The College's Financial Aid Office can help students apply for a variety of federal and state grants, scholarships and loans. Over 55% of BTC students receive some type of financial assistance through grants, loans, scholarships or work-study.

Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Statement
Bellingham Technical College provides equal opportunity in education, employment and access to all persons.