THE EVERGREEN STATE COLLEGE (Evergreen)
- 2700 Evergreen Pkwy NW
- Olympia, WA 98505
- OPEID College Code: 00815500
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- General Phone: (360) 867-6000
- President: Les Purce
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Midsized Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 4,891
- College Alias: Evergreen, TESC
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The Evergreen State College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.evergreen.edu

- Mission Statement
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Accreditation
- Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Smaller Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Arts & Sciences Focus, No Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Postbaccalaureate with Arts & Sciences (Education Dominant)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Higher Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Very High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Medium Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: admissions.evergreen.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 753 | 1,016 | 1,769 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 707 (94%) | 980 (96%) | 1,687 (95%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 292 (41%) | 286 (29%) | 578 (34%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 451 | 78% |
| ACT ® Exam | 174 | 30% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 500 | 640 |
| SAT ® Math | 460 | 590 |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | 20 | 26 |
| ACT ® English | - | - |
| ACT ® Math | 18 | 25 |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Evergreen Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 73%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 36% | 19% | 60% | 12% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,171 | $4,084 | $3,109 | $3,457 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 6.4% | 5.1% | 4.4% |
| Number in Default | 63 | 57 | 57 |
| Number in Repayment | 984 | 1,097 | 1,286 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $5,959 | $5,343 | $5,127 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $5,959 | $5,343 | $5,127 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $16,987 | $16,203 | $15,471 |
| Books and Supplies | $924 | $924 | $900 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,052 | $8,052 | $7,842 |
| Other Expenses | $3,264 | $3,264 | $2,934 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,052 | $8,052 | $7,842 |
| Other Expenses | $3,264 | $3,264 | $2,934 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,069 | $3,264 | $2,748 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $18,199 | $17,583 | $16,803 |
| In-State | $18,199 | $17,583 | $16,803 |
| Out of State | $29,227 | $28,443 | $27,147 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $18,199 | $17,583 | $16,803 |
| In-State | $18,199 | $17,583 | $16,803 |
| Out of State | $29,227 | $28,443 | $27,147 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $9,952 | $9,336 | $8,775 |
| In-State | $9,952 | $9,336 | $8,775 |
| Out of State | $20,980 | $20,196 | $19,119 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Bachelor | Master | |
|---|---|---|
| Education | ||
| Curriculum and Instruction Degree | - | - |
| Teacher Education, Multiple Levels Degree | - | 34 |
| Interdisciplinary Studies | ||
| Biological and Physical Sciences Degree | 129 | - |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences | ||
| Liberal Arts Degree | 957 | - |
| Natural Resources and Conservation | ||
| Environmental Studies Degree | - | 24 |
| Natural Resources Management and Policy, Other Degree | - | - |
| Public Administration and Social Services | ||
| Public Administration Degree | - | 40 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 4,891 Undergraduate: 4,551 Graduate: 340
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,187 Female: 2,704
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,077 Female: 2,474
- Graduate Gender Male: 110 Female: 230
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 4,271 Part-Time: 620
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 4,119 Part-Time: 432
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 152 Part-Time: 188
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 28 | 0.6% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 522 | 11% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 18 | 0.4% |
| Ages 18-19 | 999 | 20% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,195 | 24% |
| Ages 22-24 | 881 | 18% |
| Ages 25-29 | 717 | 15% |
| Ages 30-34 | 323 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 229 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 302 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 216 | 4% |
| Age Over 65 | 8 | 0.2% |
| Age Unknown | 3 | 0.06% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 756 | 635 | 121 |
| Faculty Status | 270 | 194 | 76 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 243 | 169 | 74 |
| Primarily Instruction | 243 | 169 | 74 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 99 | 94 | 5 |
| Other Professionals | 178 | 156 | 22 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 236 | 216 | 20 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 115 | 106 | 9 |
| Skilled Crafts | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 87 | 82 | 5 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $64,048 (169) | $65,396 (86) | $62,651 (83) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $64,048 (169) | $65,396 (86) | $62,651 (83) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
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| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $101,459 | $46,900 | $54,559 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 46% | 54% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 110 | 57 | 53 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 110 | 57 | 53 |
| Basketball | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Soccer | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Volleyball | 10 | - | 10 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $11,334 | $13,196 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $750 | $750 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Basketball | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Soccer | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 72%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 50%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 58% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 59% |
| Female | 57% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 50% |
| Black | 50% |
| Asian | 57% |
| Hispanic | 43% |
| White | 58% |
| Unknown | 60% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 43% |
| 5 Years | 57% |
| 6 Years | 58% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Weapons Related | 1 | 1 |
| Drug Related | 38 | 28 |
| Liquor Related | 43 | 32 |
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 1 | 1 |
| Drug Related | 38 | 28 |
| Liquor Related | 43 | 32 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | 1 |
| Robbery | 1 | - |
| Burglary | 23 | 16 |
| Vehicle Theft | - | 2 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 4 | 1 |
| Robbery | 1 | - |
| Burglary | 23 | 16 |
| Vehicle Theft | 4 | 2 |
| Arson | 1 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009