South Puget Sound Community College
About South Puget Sound Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
South Puget Sound Community College teaches in Olympia, the Washington capital. Business and nursing are its largest programs, alongside the transfer track most of its students take.
Founded
1962
Location
Olympia, Washington
Students
3,075
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
43.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,252
Out-of-state: $5,813
Avg Net Price
$9,132
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$45,039
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
43.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
59%
Transfer Out
15.6%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
92.1%
$/Student
$10.8K
Class Size
Medium
The 43.7% 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
$5,252
In-State
$5,813
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$900
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,888
After Financial Aid
$9,132
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,757
Receive Grants
22.4%
Take Loans
4.9%
Tuition is $5,252/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,132.
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 South Puget Sound Community College fund their education.
While in School
22.4%
Get Grants
Free money
4.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$18,874
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$117/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,000, 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 South Puget Sound Community College.
Gender
60.5%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,075
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
42.7%
First-Gen
27 yrs
Avg Age
31.8%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 27, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 42.7% 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
3,075
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
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
South Puget Sound Community College fields 4 varsity teams with 94 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
4
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
94
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
44% / 56%
41
Men
53
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 South Puget Sound Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$45,039
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$29K
550 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$61K
47 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$69K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Physical Sciences, General
—
27 grads
Biology, General
—
26 grads
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
$43K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $45K 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.