Grays Harbor College
About Grays Harbor College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Grays Harbor College teaches in Aberdeen, on the Washington coast, in an old timber and fishing town. Nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1930
Location
Aberdeen, Washington
Students
1,010
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
39.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,593
Out-of-state: $12,553
Avg Net Price
$4,783
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,865
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
39.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
11.7%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
96.9%
$/Student
$12.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 39.5% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,593
In-State
$12,553
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,125
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,708
After Financial Aid
$4,783
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,988
Receive Grants
28%
Take Loans
4.3%
Tuition is $5,593/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,783.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Grays Harbor College fund their education.
While in School
28%
Get Grants
Free money
4.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$15,233
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,075
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$117/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,075, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Grays Harbor College.
Gender
51.7%
Female
48%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,010
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
51.1%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
40.5%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 51.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
1,010
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Grays Harbor College fields 3 varsity teams with 63 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NWAC
Northwest Athletic Conference
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
63
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
76% / 24%
48
Men
15
Women
2
Men's Teams
1
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Grays Harbor Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,865
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$23K
188 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$81K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
27 grads
Forestry
—
11 grads
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
—
11 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
—
10 grads
Graduates earn about $33K six years out, growing to $41K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.