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College Certificate - Web Development

Certificate, Computing and IT. Seattle Central College, Seattle, Washington, United States.

Level
Certificate
Field
Computing and IT
School
Seattle Central College
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States
Tuition (first year)
9,948 USD
Application fee
50 USD
Earliest intake
Jan 2027
Living costs (school estimate)
10,691 USD a year
School type
Public

Program overview

College Certificate - Web Development is a certificate program in computing and IT at Seattle Central College, a public institution in Seattle, Washington, United States, founded in 1966.

First-year tuition is listed at 9,948 USD and the application fee at 50 USD. The earliest intake currently open is Jan 2027.

Cost of the first year

Plan for about 20,689 USD for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. Costs differ sharply between public and private schools and between states. The I-20 states the school's estimate of tuition and living costs, and your funds evidence should match it. Read the school's cost page and the official student visa pages for the fees that apply.

Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.

ItemAmount (USD)
Tuition, first year9,948 USD
Living costs, first year (school estimate)10,691 USD
Application fee (one time)50 USD
Estimated first-year total20,689 USD

How the tuition compares in the United States

Our directory lists 55 certificate programs in computing and IT at 16 schools in the United States. Their median first-year tuition is 11,860 USD, and the middle half cost between 9,794 USD and 14,400 USD.

At 9,948 USD, College Certificate - Web Development is 16% below the median, in the middle of the range. The full range runs from 7,899 USD to 34,900 USD.

Lower-cost certificate options in computing and IT

If budget matters, these certificate programs in computing and IT have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in the United States.

ProgramSchoolTuition (1st year)
College Certificate - Computer Aided DraftingMohawk Valley Community College (MVCC) - Utica, 1101 Sherman Drive7,899 USD
College Certificate - Computer Applications - Level 2San José City College, San Jose9,794 USD
College Certificate - IT-Controlled Electronic SystemsNorth Seattle College, Seattle10,209 USD
Doctoral Certificate - Applied Computer ScienceWestcliff University - Irvine, Irvine10,884 USD
College Certificate - Network Scripting and AutomationHighline College, Des Moines11,860 USD
University Certificate - CybersecurityUCLA Extension, Los Angeles12,175 USD

Plan for the Jan 2027 intake

Working back from a Jan 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. Fall (August or September) is the main intake and Spring (January) is the second. Graduate deadlines are often several months earlier than the start date.

ByStep
March 2026Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test.
May 2026Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply.
July 2026Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one.
September 2026Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa.
December 2026Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved.

Entry requirements and documents

Seattle Central College sets the exact entry requirements for College Certificate - Web Development. For a certificate, applicants usually need the following.

Most schools accept TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo and set their own minimums. Graduate programmes may also ask for GRE or GMAT scores, though many programmes have made these optional.

  • Your most recent academic transcripts and certificates.
  • A statement of purpose.
  • References, and a CV where work experience is relevant.
  • A valid passport.
  • English test results, unless the school waives them.

Student visa: F-1 student visa

Students from India need a F-1 student visa to study in the United States. U.S. Department of State (visa) and Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) decides the application.

An F-1 visa is for full-time academic study at a school certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program. The school issues a Form I-20 and the visa itself is decided at a consular interview, so a consistent study plan and clear finances matter more than the paperwork volume.

  • Shortlist SEVP-certified schools and complete applications. Check test requirements such as GRE, GMAT or English tests programme by programme.
  • After admission and proof of funds, the school issues the Form I-20.
  • Pay the SEVIS fee, complete the DS-160 online visa application and pay the visa application fee.
  • Book and attend the visa interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Bring the I-20, passport, financial documents and admission papers.

After you graduate

Students may be eligible for optional practical training in their field of study, with an extension for certain STEM degrees. Conditions apply, so read the official rules and speak to your school's designated school official.

Scholarships at Seattle Central College

Check the eligibility rules for each scholarship before you apply. Some are applied automatically, others need a separate application.

  • South Seattle College Foundation Scholarships: $4,800 USD

How to apply with Study Spectra

  • Send us your marksheets, English test result (or test plan) and budget.
  • We check your profile against College Certificate - Web Development and suggest alternatives if it is a stretch.
  • We prepare your statement of purpose and documents, and submit the application.
  • When the offer arrives, we help with the deposit, funds evidence and the student visa file.

Questions students ask

How much is the tuition for College Certificate - Web Development?

First-year tuition is listed at 9,948 USD. Living costs are extra; Seattle Central College estimates 10,691 USD a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.

What is the application fee?

The application fee is 50 USD. It is paid once per application and is not refunded after the school receives the application.

When is the next intake?

The earliest intake currently open is Jan 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.

Is College Certificate - Web Development a degree?

It is listed as a certificate. Check with the school what qualification it awards and whether it leads to further study or work rights.

Which visa do I need to study in the United States?

You need a F-1 student visa, decided by U.S. Department of State (visa) and Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.

Can Study Spectra help me apply?

Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to Seattle Central College, then help with the visa. The first call is free.

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