Education

AUBURN SCHOOLS

Auburn has a highly rated public school system which includes Auburn, Federal Way, Kent and Dieringer, as well as a number of well-regarded private schools.

GREEN RIVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE (GRCC)

Located on Auburn's Lea Hill, GRCC offers more than 40 professional and technical programs such as aviation, welding, nursing, and automotive technology, to name just a few. GRCC has strong university transfer and international programs, and currently serves over 10,000 students.

The Green River Community College Small Business Center (SBAC) in downtown Auburn is designed to provide technical assistance to small businesses in South King County and North Pierce County areas. The SBAC offers assessment, referral services, and business counseling at no charge, as well as hands-on training to small business owners and managers.

MAJOR EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

Auburn is located in close proximity to major educational institutions including:

Universities

• Pacific Lutheran University
• Seattle University
• University of Puget Sound
• University of Washington
• University of Washington Tacoma
• Washington State University – Puyallup Research & Extension Center

Colleges

• Bates Technical College
• Green River Community College
• Highline Community College
• Pierce College
• Renton Community College
• Tacoma Community College