Legislative Advocacy
Transformation Through Learning
With our vision of Transformation Through Learning, Renton Technical College provides small classes, student support, hands-on training, and flexible course options in an inclusive environment. Equity is at the core of our mission, and 70% of students identify as students of color.
Our Be The Place Strategic Equity Plan defines our goals to transform student success and the workforce. Racial equity is central to that plan, which is reflected in the college’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion statement: Leading with racial equity, RTC pursues diversity, equity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Through shared accountability, we collectively work to identify and dismantle institutional barriers to create and sustain a thriving and just community.
RTC empowers students to thrive in a changing world through a technical college education that centers equity. The college offers short- and long-term career training programs to prepare students for high-wage, high-demand careers in manufacturing, health care, automotive, information technology, business, and culinary arts, as well as transfer options, Basic Studies, and English Language Learning. Fully funding our budget requests will have real returns for our students.
Invest in Our Students
The Legislature’s investment in RTC and all 34 Community and Technical Colleges will allow our students to train for careers in robust workforce programs with modern equipment and learning spaces that mirror their future work environments. We can expand technology to bring a college education to more people in more ways. All our students benefit from an inclusive environment where they are valued, supported, and equipped to reach their goals.
Liliana Urias found her place at RTC
Liliana Urias is a first-generation college student and Renton Promise Scholar who enrolled in RTC’s Medical Assistant Program. She found support and encouragement to pursue her dream of a career in the healthcare field.
“This college is wonderful. They give so much support to everyone.”
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Our Students
About RTC
| Total headcount | 7,792 |
| Total full-time equivalent (FTE) | 3,126 |
| Students of color | 71.8% |
Race/Ethnicity*
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 1.3% |
| Asian | 17.9% |
| Black/African American | 16.9% |
| Hispanic/Latino | 19.5% |
| Pacific Islander | 0.8% |
| White/Caucasian | 28.2%* |
*May not add up to 100% because students may be counted in more than one race. Percentages calculated on reported value.
Age, Family, and Finances
| Median age | 30 |
| Students receiving need-based financial aid in eligible programs | 48% |
| Students with dependents | 36.6% |