Agency: 699 - Community and Technical College System
Last Updated: 10/08/2025
A001 - Academic Transfer Instruction
This activity offers educational course work and degree programs that facilitate a smooth transition from the Community and Technical College System to other institutions of higher education. Courses work and degrees offered are generally intended to move the student towards a baccalaureate degree. This activity serves students who may not otherwise be able to obtain a baccalaureate degree, including traditionally underrepresented populations. Current strategies to improve transfer and subsequent degree baccalaureate degree completion include; Common Course Numbering (across all institutions of higher education), inter-college reciprocity policies, credit for non-traditional learning and degrees that follow the Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA).
| Account | FY 2026 | FY 2027 | Biennium Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTE | 4,962.6 | 4,962.2 | 4,962.2 |
| 001 - General Fund | |||
| State | 320,682,000 | 324,191,000 | 644,873,000 |
| 060 - Comm/Tech Col Capital Projects Acct | |||
| State | 3,615,000 | 3,615,000 | 7,230,000 |
| 08A - Education Legacy Trust Account | |||
| State | 29,245,000 | 29,522,000 | 58,767,000 |
| 145 - Inst of Hi Ed-Grants/Contracts Acct | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 48,409,000 | 49,241,000 | 97,650,000 |
| 148 - Inst of Hi Ed-Dedicated Local Acct | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 31,766,000 | 31,601,000 | 63,367,000 |
| 149 - Inst of HI ED-Operating Fees Acct | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 124,780,000 | 129,037,000 | 253,817,000 |
| 24J - Workforce Education Investment Acc | |||
| State | 47,577,000 | 50,161,000 | 97,738,000 |
| FY 2026 | FY 2027 | Biennium Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTES | 4,962.6 | 4,962.2 | 4,962.4 |
| GFS | 320,682,000 | 324,191,000 | 644,873,000 |
| Other | 285,392,000 | 293,177,000 | 578,569,000 |
| Totals | 606,074,000 | 617,368,000 | 1,223,442,000 |
Expected Results
Increase the number of community and technical college students that can successfully transfer to 4-year colleges to complete baccalaureate degrees.
A002 - Administration (College and System)
Administration of the Community and Technical College System includes Institution Management, Fiscal Operations, General Support Services (administrative data processing and employee personnel and records), Logistical Services (procurement and the movement and control of materials), Community Relations and Development (the maintenance of goodwill relationships with the general public, alumni, or other constituents), and the State Board office.
| Account | FY 2026 | FY 2027 | Biennium Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTE | 2,310 | 2,311.6 | 2,311.6 |
| 001 - General Fund | |||
| State | 155,152,000 | 156,849,000 | 312,001,000 |
| 060 - Comm/Tech Col Capital Projects Acct | |||
| State | 1,889,000 | 1,889,000 | 3,778,000 |
| 08A - Education Legacy Trust Account | |||
| State | 14,811,000 | 14,951,000 | 29,762,000 |
| 145 - Inst of Hi Ed-Grants/Contracts Acct | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 1,549,000 | 1,576,000 | 3,125,000 |
| 148 - Inst of Hi Ed-Dedicated Local Acct | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 16,653,000 | 16,567,000 | 33,220,000 |
| 149 - Inst of HI ED-Operating Fees Acct | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 64,387,000 | 66,584,000 | 130,971,000 |
| 24J - Workforce Education Investment Acc | |||
| State | 9,066,000 | 9,558,000 | 18,624,000 |
| 443 - Inst of Hi Ed-data Processing Acct | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 12,275,000 | 12,201,000 | 24,476,000 |
| 561 - Comm/Tech College Innovation Accoun | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 11,535,000 | 11,535,000 | 23,070,000 |
| FY 2026 | FY 2027 | Biennium Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTES | 2,310 | 2,311.6 | 2,310.8 |
| GFS | 155,152,000 | 156,849,000 | 312,001,000 |
| Other | 132,165,000 | 134,861,000 | 267,026,000 |
| Totals | 287,317,000 | 291,710,000 | 579,027,000 |
Expected Results
Administrative costs are a necessary part of all public sector organizations. Administrative costs as a share of total expenditures are expected to decrease.
A003 - Basic Education for Adults
Basic Education for Adults (BEdA) provides instruction in Adult Basic Education (ABE), English as a Second Language (ESL), and High School Completion (HSC) or High School Equivalency (HSE) test preparation. BEdA provides programs for students who are16 years of age and older, no longer in school, and are functioning below the high school level or have limited English language skills. BEdA programming provides students with college and career pathways that provide students the 21st Century reading, writing, speaking, listening, math and technology skills needed to complete high school diplomas and equivalency certificates and postsecondary certificates and degrees
| Account | FY 2026 | FY 2027 | Biennium Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTE | 1,077.6 | 1,077 | 1,077 |
| 001 - General Fund | |||
| State | 79,257,000 | 80,123,000 | 159,380,000 |
| 060 - Comm/Tech Col Capital Projects Acct | |||
| State | 871,000 | 871,000 | 1,742,000 |
| 08A - Education Legacy Trust Account | |||
| State | 4,741,000 | 4,785,000 | 9,526,000 |
| 145 - Inst of Hi Ed-Grants/Contracts Acct | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 63,803,000 | 64,899,000 | 128,702,000 |
| 148 - Inst of Hi Ed-Dedicated Local Acct | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 1,960,000 | 1,950,000 | 3,910,000 |
| 149 - Inst of HI ED-Operating Fees Acct | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 29,088,000 | 30,080,000 | 59,168,000 |
| 24J - Workforce Education Investment Acc | |||
| State | 4,549,000 | 4,796,000 | 9,345,000 |
| FY 2026 | FY 2027 | Biennium Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTES | 1,077.6 | 1,077 | 1,077.3 |
| GFS | 79,257,000 | 80,123,000 | 159,380,000 |
| Other | 105,012,000 | 107,381,000 | 212,393,000 |
| Totals | 184,269,000 | 187,504,000 | 371,773,000 |
Expected Results
Students that have less than a high school level of education will acquire the reading, writing, speaking, listening, math and technology skills needed to transition to postsecondary education and family sustaining employment.
A004 - Community Services-Contract Funded Courses
Community and technical colleges provide self-supporting educational programs through contract-funded courses paid for by employers or social service agencies for the benefit of their employees or clients. Examples of contract-funded courses include: the Running Start program for high school students; tuition and training for WorkFirst clients; prison inmate literacy and skills programs; instruction for international student organizations; and tailored job and skills training for local businesses. Federal student financial aid, such as Pell grants, Supplemental Education Opportunity Grants, federal work study, and Perkins vocational grants, is also included in this activity. (Institutions of Higher Education-Grants and Contracts-Nonappropriated)
| Account | FY 2026 | FY 2027 | Biennium Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTE | 73.9 | 74.2 | 74.2 |
| 11A - Employment Training Finance Account | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 250,000 | 250,000 | 500,000 |
| 145 - Inst of Hi Ed-Grants/Contracts Acct | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 142,895,000 | 145,351,000 | 288,246,000 |
| FY 2026 | FY 2027 | Biennium Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTES | 73.9 | 74.2 | 74.1 |
| GFS | |||
| Other | 143,145,000 | 145,601,000 | 288,746,000 |
| Totals | 143,145,000 | 145,601,000 | 288,746,000 |
Expected Results
The Community and Technical College System will continue to explore opportunities to expand contract training.
A005 - Precollege Education
Precollege education courses are academic in nature and provide students with the skills necessary to be successful in college-level courses. The students in these courses are taking credits necessary to qualify for college-level math, English, etc. Approximately 55 percent of the students in these classes have been out of high school for more than three years.
| Account | FY 2026 | FY 2027 | Biennium Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTE | 483.4 | 483 | 483 |
| 001 - General Fund | |||
| State | 60,344,000 | 61,004,000 | 121,348,000 |
| 060 - Comm/Tech Col Capital Projects Acct | |||
| State | 713,000 | 713,000 | 1,426,000 |
| 08A - Education Legacy Trust Account | |||
| State | 4,725,000 | 4,770,000 | 9,495,000 |
| 145 - Inst of Hi Ed-Grants/Contracts Acct | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 11,914,000 | 12,118,000 | 24,032,000 |
| 148 - Inst of Hi Ed-Dedicated Local Acct | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 2,732,000 | 2,718,000 | 5,450,000 |
| 149 - Inst of HI ED-Operating Fees Acct | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 20,348,000 | 21,042,000 | 41,390,000 |
| FY 2026 | FY 2027 | Biennium Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTES | 483.4 | 483 | 483.2 |
| GFS | 60,344,000 | 61,004,000 | 121,348,000 |
| Other | 40,432,000 | 41,361,000 | 81,793,000 |
| Totals | 100,776,000 | 102,365,000 | 203,141,000 |
Expected Results
Students will transfer into college level courses in math and English.
A006 - Student-Funded Courses
Community and technical colleges provide self-supporting educational programs through student-funded classes. Most of these courses are offered to students who are not attending college for the purpose of a degree or certificate. The courses are taken to supplement and enhance existing job skills or for personal enrichment. (Institutions of Higher Education-Dedicated Local Account-Nonappropriated)
| Account | FY 2026 | FY 2027 | Biennium Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTE | 846.3 | 845.7 | 845.7 |
| 148 - Inst of Hi Ed-Dedicated Local Acct | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 75,432,000 | 75,041,000 | 150,473,000 |
| FY 2026 | FY 2027 | Biennium Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTES | 846.3 | 845.7 | 846 |
| GFS | |||
| Other | 75,432,000 | 75,041,000 | 150,473,000 |
| Totals | 75,432,000 | 75,041,000 | 150,473,000 |
Expected Results
The Community and Technical College System will continue to explore opportunities to expand student-funded courses.
A007 - Workforce Education
Workforce Education provides education and training to prepare students for immediate employment in professional-technical fields. Working in partnership with businesses, this activity helps prepare students for employment while providing skilled workers needed to make Washington state businesses prosper in an ever-changing, competitive economy. In addition to traditional students, Workforce Education serves those wanting to upgrade their current knowledge and skills, those interested in a career change and displaced or unemployed workers that are in need of retraining.
| Account | FY 2026 | FY 2027 | Biennium Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTE | 4,876.5 | 4,876.4 | 4,876.4 |
| 001 - General Fund | |||
| State | 334,265,000 | 337,921,000 | 672,186,000 |
| 060 - Comm/Tech Col Capital Projects Acct | |||
| State | 3,596,000 | 3,596,000 | 7,192,000 |
| 08A - Education Legacy Trust Account | |||
| State | 29,384,000 | 29,661,000 | 59,045,000 |
| 145 - Inst of Hi Ed-Grants/Contracts Acct | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 107,165,000 | 109,007,000 | 216,172,000 |
| 148 - Inst of Hi Ed-Dedicated Local Acct | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 34,697,000 | 34,517,000 | 69,214,000 |
| 149 - Inst of HI ED-Operating Fees Acct | |||
| Non-Appropriated | 119,903,000 | 123,994,000 | 243,897,000 |
| 20F - Invest in Washington Account | |||
| State | 82,000 | 92,000 | 174,000 |
| 24J - Workforce Education Investment Acc | |||
| State | 117,844,000 | 124,243,000 | 242,087,000 |
| FY 2026 | FY 2027 | Biennium Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTES | 4,876.5 | 4,876.4 | 4,876.5 |
| GFS | 334,265,000 | 337,921,000 | 672,186,000 |
| Other | 412,671,000 | 425,110,000 | 837,781,000 |
| Totals | 746,936,000 | 763,031,000 | 1,509,967,000 |
Expected Results
Increase the number of student receiving certificates or degrees aligned with Washington employment needs.