Peninsula College
About Peninsula College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Peninsula College teaches in Port Angeles, on the Olympic Peninsula between the mountains and the strait. Nursing and precision metalworking are among its largest programs.
Founded
1961
Location
Port Angeles, Washington
Students
1,263
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
36.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,718
Out-of-state: $5,270
Avg Net Price
$9,246
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,078
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
36.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
15.6%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
98.4%
$/Student
$10.6K
Class Size
Medium
The 36.9% 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
$4,718
In-State
$5,270
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
$18,514
After Financial Aid
$9,246
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,721
Receive Grants
31.6%
Take Loans
7.4%
Tuition is $4,718/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,246.
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 Peninsula College fund their education.
While in School
31.6%
Get Grants
Free money
7.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$14,857
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$15,786
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$167/mo
Monthly Payment
0.9%
LowDefault Rate
Only 7.4% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $15,786. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Peninsula College.
Gender
60.9%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,263
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
44.4%
First-Gen
28 yrs
Avg Age
52.5%
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. 44.4% 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
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,263
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
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Peninsula College fields 2 varsity teams with 78 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
2
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
78
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
46% / 54%
36
Men
42
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Peninsula Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,078
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$23K
177 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$79K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Precision Metal Working
$38K
21 grads
4yr Earnings
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
—
15 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
10 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
—
7 grads
Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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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.