Olympic College
About Olympic College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Olympic College teaches in Bremerton, beside the naval shipyard on Puget Sound, and trains many of its students to work in it. It keeps dormitories, and industrial production technology and nursing are among its largest programs.
Founded
1946
Location
Bremerton, Washington
Students
3,826
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
31%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,197
Out-of-state: $9,740
Avg Net Price
$7,172
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$43,169
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
31% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
19.7%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
96.5%
$/Student
$7.6K
Class Size
Large
The 31% 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
$4,197
In-State
$9,740
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,500
Books & Supplies
$768
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,585
After Financial Aid
$7,172
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,214
Receive Grants
18.6%
Take Loans
6.4%
The total cost of attendance runs about $15,585/yr, including $10,500 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $7,172.
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 Olympic College fund their education.
While in School
18.6%
Get Grants
Free money
6.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$18,989
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$127/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,000, 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 Olympic College.
Gender
60.1%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,826
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
42%
First-Gen
28 yrs
Avg Age
41%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 28, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 42% 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
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
3,826
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Olympic College fields 7 varsity teams with 133 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
NWAC
Northwest Athletic Conference
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
133
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
74
Men
59
Women
5
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Olympic Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,169
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$30K
680 grads
1yr Earnings
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
$86K
179 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$84K
67 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$58K
35 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$42K
23 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
22 grads
Graduates earn about $35K six years out, growing to $43K 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.