The Spokane Region offers a diverse group of higher education institutions, with nearly 80,000 students enrolled at community colleges, regional and research universities and two nationally recognized private schools. The Universities work collaboratively with one another and with the regional business community to support workforce development, research and lifestyle initiatives to advance economic growth.  A broad range of course offerings and programs from six-week classes focused on technical requirements of specific industries to graduate and doctoral studies prepare the next generation of professionals.  The breadth of offerings serves the educational needs of diverse student populations as well as the broad workforce development requirements of new and established businesses.

Also, visit our manufacturing, aerospace, and healthcare web sites for more information on technical degrees offered that support those industries, and our page on research & development.

Source: Journal of Business - 2011 Market Fact Book