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About Clark College

Clark College is Southwest Washington’s largest public institution of higher education. An open-enrollment community college, it welcomes students of all ages and backgrounds pursuing their educational or career paths each quarter. Students can earn high school diplomas, GEDs, certificates, and degrees in a variety of programs including nursing, dental hygiene, and mechatronics, to name a few. Also, Clark's Running Start program enrolls high school students so they can earn college credit for little or no cost. 

Clark College's...

Mission

To cultivate an inclusive, equitable, and vibrant community, Clark College educates, empowers, and elevates individuals to achieve their personal and professional goals.
Vision
Rooted in social justice, Clark College is a beacon of hope, opportunities, and transformation providing excellent and equitable education to create economic, cultural, and community growth.
History and Traditions
Founded in 1933, Clark College is the oldest institution of higher education in Southwest Washington. Founded as a private, two-year, junior college, Clark College received its first accreditation in 1937 and has been accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities since 1948. It was incorporated into the statewide community college system in 1967. Clark has developed a rich history and relationship with both its own community and the community around it. Many of its annual events, like its Jazz Fest and Sakura Festival, are traditions that go back years or even decades.

 

Hours and Location

Visit our Main Campus in Vancouver

1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver WA, 98663

Gaiser Hall, Penguin Union Building, O'Connell Sports Center, and Hanna/Hawkins Halls

Monday-Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED

For department hours, please visit their webpages.

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Clark College at Columbia Tech Center

18700 SE Mill Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98683

Monday-Thursday: 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Friday: CLOSED
Saturday: CLOSED
Sun: CLOSED

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Maps and Directions

Clark College's main campus is located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, Washington. We also have satellite locations throughout the area.

About Southwest Washington

Getting to Clark

 

Four Campus Locations Across Clark County


Clark College Main Campus

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Columbia Tech Center

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Clark College at WSU Vancouver

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Lively Student Life

Clark hosts regular campus events designed for students to connect and grow. We offer:
Spring Fest and Out-of-app events. We also have an active roster of more than a dozen registered student clubs including: Archery Club, Latinx anthology, theater, vocal and instrumental music, intramural sports league, Model United Nations, Korean and Spanish clubs, Black Student Union and The Clark Student Nurses Association, and Student Art Club.

Programs for Every Step of your Journey

An open-enrollment community college, we aim to empower community members to change their lives — no matter who you are. We offer:

  • College prep
  • English as a Second Language
  • GED and high school diploma
  • Associate's degrees
  • Bachelor of Applied Science degrees
  • Workforce-ready programs
  • Certificates

Support for Every Student

Tuition comes with free services to help our students succeed, including:

  • Tutoring in every subject
  • Advising and counseling
  • Mental health counseling
  • Bus pass
  • On-campus food pantry
  • Career counseling
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Events and Rentals

Clark hosts many events that are open to the community throughout the year, including music concerts, athletic events, lectures, and more. Community members may also rent facilities on campus for events.

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Arts and Events

Clark College hosts numerous events, such as the ones below:

  • music and theatre performances and festivals
  • culturally-specific festivals
  • literary events: lectures, readings, and workshops
  • athletic games and matches
  • art exhibits

Most of these events are free and open to the public.

Learn more about Arts and Events
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Rental Information

We offer a variety of services and venues that can accommodate groups up to 400. While our primary focus is dedicated to serving students, we are able to offer space rentals to the community outside of class time and on-campus events when spaces are available.

Learn more about Rentals