Cascadia College

Cascadia College, a public community college founded in 2000, quickly distinguished itself as a trailblazer in higher education. Known for its innovative structure, interdisciplinary curriculum, and commitment to outcomes-based learning, it offers a dynamic environment for students seeking a high-quality academic experience in a collaborative setting. With a focus on student success, Cascadia provides a robust foundation for further academic pursuits or direct entry into the workforce.

Born from a unique legislative mandate, Cascadia College began its journey in 1999 with a small, dedicated team responsible for designing everything from curriculum to campus infrastructure. This pioneering spirit led to the careful selection of its "Founding Faculty," who were integral to shaping its distinct learning environment. This innovative approach earned Cascadia early recognition, being named one of twelve "Vanguard Learning Colleges" by the League for Innovation in the Community College in its opening year.

Cascadia's commitment to cutting-edge education is matched by its modern, sustainable campus. The college opened with two buildings, expanding to include the LEED Platinum-certified CC3 (Global Learning and the Arts Building) in 2009—a landmark achievement as only the second LEED Platinum building in Washington state. Further enhancing its academic offerings, Cascadia now shares Innovation Hall, a LEED Gold-certified joint STEM building, with the adjoining University of Washington Bothell, fostering a uniquely collaborative and resource-rich learning ecosystem for its 2,300 students.