[3] In 1967, Clover Park Community College opened its administrative offices and library in an abandoned grocery store on Bridgeport Way Southwest, now the site of QFC.

Classes were held, however, at various Pierce County locations such as high schools, military bases, and hospitals.

Later that year, on March 24, the Washington State Legislature passed the Community College Act.

[4] As a result of increasing enrollment over the years, the college sought a name that encompasses the students who live throughout Pierce County.

[5][better source needed] Pierce College offers three bachelor of applied science degrees and many associate degrees, mainly in the arts and sciences and leadership programs such as Multicultural Leaders Institution and Emerging Leaders Academy.

There are also certificate programs in early childhood education, social services, dental hygienist, and others.

It is staffed by Pierce College Puyallup students, an adviser, and a publication and graphics manager.

[8][better source needed] SLAM is the student creative writing journal of Pierce College.