Academic Support & Resources
Connect with Advising
Are you a new student? Returning to TCC? Or a transfer student? It's important to connect with the Advising Center who will help ensure you are on the right path.
Get help with coursework
TCC offers multiple tutoring resources for to help you with your school work.
eLearning
From the MultiMedia Production and Instructional Design teams to online classes, eLearning is here to provide technology support for students. TCC also is a member of the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement for out-of-the-state students.
Information Commons
Use a computer, do research and study at our Info Commons, located in Building 16, Room 119.
Learn moreOnline Courses
TCC offers online, hybrid and web-enhanced courses through Canvas, our learning management system.
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Library
The TCC Library provides access to research resources, both print (books and DVDs) and online through research databases. Most importantly, librarians can help you learn how to research effectively for your college papers and cite your sources. The Library offers a welcoming study environment with 90 computers for student use and laptops for checkout. It is located in the center of the Tacoma campus, Building 7.
Open Educational Resources (OER)
Open Educational Resources (OER) are teaching materials available at little or no cost that can be used for teaching, learning or research. Our student surveys have shown that students find them just as effective as traditional textbooks, if not more so.
Check out the TCC Historical Archive
Certification & Testing Center
We are a National College Testing Association Certified Testing Center.
MESA
The Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) Program supports students pursuing STEM majors with advising, academic enrichment, industry connections and professional development. At Tacoma Community College, MESA is a welcoming space where students gather to study and engage in science.
Life, Career, and Advising Support
Get a Free Bus Pass
TCC students are eligible for a free Pierce Transit ORCA pass, good for one whole quarter! For winter 2021, we're introducing a digital bus pass via the HOPTHRU mobile app.
Access Services
TCC is dedicated to helping out students with disabilities. Please contact Access Services to see what TCC can do to help you succeed.
Titan Food Pantry
The Max & Margi Harned Titan Food Pantry is open to all TCC Students.