I'm not sure if you're a Washington resident or not and I'm not sure if you have already completed an associates. But I have heard great things about the Green River College up in Auburn. They offer a very nice photography program, digital or film and offer room and board on campus as well. Also I'm pretty sure UW offers a "photography certificate" with similar perks at the end of the course to showcase your work. Maybe worth it to try out the state colleges, you might save a butt load of money.