Green River College
About Green River College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Green River College in Auburn, south of Seattle, teaches heavily toward technology: information technology, computer programming and small business are among its largest programs. It is open admission and grants bachelor's degrees as well as associate ones.
Founded
1963
Location
Auburn, Washington
Students
4,965
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
38.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,711
Out-of-state: $5,263
Avg Net Price
$13,803
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$50,712
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
38.8% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
38.8%
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$8.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 38.8% 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
$4,711
In-State
$5,263
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$528
Total Cost of Attendance
$22,040
After Financial Aid
$13,803
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$11,415
Receive Grants
18.6%
Take Loans
6.4%
Tuition is $4,711/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $13,803.
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 Green River College fund their education.
While in School
18.6%
Get Grants
Free money
6.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$22,259
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,891
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$126/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,891, 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 Green River College.
Gender
51.4%
Female
49%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,965
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
44.8%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
23.5%
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. 44.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 16.9% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
4,965
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Mixed
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Green River College fields 4 varsity teams with 99 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NWAC
Northwest Athletic Conference
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Track and Field (Outdoor)
Student Athletes
99
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
55% / 45%
54
Men
45
Women
3
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Green River Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$50,712
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
$73K
54 grads
4yr Earnings
Computer Programming
$92K
35 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
35 grads
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations
$53K
23 grads
4yr Earnings
Air Transportation
—
21 grads
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
—
12 grads
Graduates earn about $43K six years out, growing to $51K 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.