Best colleges for Building/Construction Finishing in Washington
Ranked by graduates a year
Centralia College, Seattle Central College and Clover Park Technical College award the most Building/Construction Finishing degrees and certificates in Washington: 152, 125 and 27 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 8 Washington colleges offer Building/Construction Finishing and award 372 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection program equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary for various roles in the construction trades. This program is ideal for individuals interested in overseeing…
8 institutions offering Building/Construction Finishing in Washington
Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by graduates a year.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Centralia College Centralia Public | — | 152 | 42% | — | — |
| 2 | Seattle Central College Seattle Public | — | 125 | 32% | — | — |
| 3 | Clover Park Technical College Lakewood Public | — | 27 | 43% | — | — |
| 4 | Renton Technical College Renton Public | — | 27 | 46% | — | — |
| 5 | Walla Walla Community College Walla Walla Public | — | 19 | 38% | — | — |
| 6 | Edmonds College Lynnwood Public | — | 17 | 29% | — | — |
| 7 | Bates Technical College Tacoma Public | — | 3 | 43% | — | — |
| 8 | Peninsula College Port Angeles Public | — | 2 | 37% | — | — |
Colleges awarding the most Building/Construction Finishing degrees in Washington
Top 7 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Centralia College Centralia Public | 152 | Not reported |
| 2 | Seattle Central College Seattle Public | 125 | Not reported |
| 3 | Clover Park Technical College Lakewood Public | 27 | Not reported |
| 4 | Renton Technical College Renton Public | 27 | Not reported |
| 5 | Walla Walla Community College Walla Walla Public | 19 | Not reported |
| 6 | Bates Technical College Tacoma Public | 3 | Not reported |
| 7 | Peninsula College Port Angeles Public | 2 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 1 Washington colleges offering Building/Construction Finishing
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edmonds College | Lynnwood | Public | 17 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Construction and Building Inspectors (SOC 47-4011).
Top skills
What Construction and Building Inspectors earn in Washington
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Building/Construction Finishing programs in Washington.
Which Washington colleges award the most Building/Construction Finishing degrees?+
Centralia College (152 graduates a year), Seattle Central College (125 graduates a year) and Clover Park Technical College (27 graduates a year) award the most Building/Construction Finishing degrees and certificates in Washington, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 8 Washington colleges offer Building/Construction Finishing.
How much do Construction and Building Inspectors earn in Washington?+
The average annual wage for Construction and Building Inspectors in Washington is $93,070 (median $96,140), across about 3,090 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Building/Construction Finishing program?+
The Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection program equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary for various roles in the construction trades. This program is ideal for individuals interested in overseeing…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop reading comprehension, critical thinking, speaking, active listening, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Construction and Building Inspectors?+
The national job outlook is about -0.8% growth with around 14,800 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A High school diploma or equivalent is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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