Olympic College, with campuses in Bremerton, Poulsbo, and Shelton, reaches the Kitsap and Mason county areas to bring in nearly 13,000 students each year.
OC has three convenient campuses consisting of a 33-acre campus in Bremerton, a 20-acre campus in Poulsbo, and a 27-acre campus in Shelton, making OC easily accessible for the Kitsap peninsula and surrounding areas.
Olympic College athletics program offers men and women’s basketball, volleyball, track and field, soccer, golf, and cross country. There is also a men’s baseball team available to male students and a women’s softball team available to female students.
For Washington state residents, the cost to attend Olympic College is $107.00 per credit hour. The cost for out-of-state residents is $120.00 per credit hour. International students may also attend OC for the cost of $279.00 per credit hour.
Olympic College offers students the opportunity to earn five various associate’s degrees as well as a wide array of technical certificates and licensures.
OC also offers assistance programs for students who are in need of help. Their program, titled SING, helps needy students by giving them the necessary resources to find affordable housing, food, and childcare for their families.
Olympic college also touts a special program that benefits military veterans and their families. In an effort to help veterans proceed with life after the military, OC offers tuition assistance, program placement assistance, and distance learning programs for those who wish to pursue higher education.
If you would like to attend or learn more about Olympic College, please click here to visit their official website.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $6,100. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $4,200 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- For part-time students, charges are between $100-$120 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 56% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 45% | $5,939 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 13% | $5,464 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Olympic College may provide services to students like:
- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Day care
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Community colleges often offer both career training programs and options for students to transfer-out to four year institutions, which is why the table below is so important, it compares this school against community colleges in Washington.
| Olympic College | Kitsap County | Washington | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 21.5% | - | 29.5% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 19.8% | - | 19.5% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1995)
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- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2009)
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- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2009)
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Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Olympic College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Commerce (A)
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Bookkeeping (A, C)
- Sales (C)
- Organizational Leadership (A, C)
- Retail Management (C)
- Human Resources (C)
- Taxation (C)
- Small Business Management (C)
- Administrative Assistant (A, C)
- Project Management (C)
- Customer Service Support (C)
- Organizational and Nonprofit Management
Communication Technology
- Animation (A, C)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Networking (A, C)
- Computer Programming (C)
- Computer Support Specialist (C)
- Computer and Information Systems Security (C)
Construction Trades
- Building and Construction Finishing, Management and Inspection
Education
- Early Childhood Education (A, C)
Engineering
Engineering Technology
- Industrial Technology (A, C)
- Plastics Engineering Technology (C)
- Computer Aided Design (CAD) (A, C)
- Manufacturing Engineering Technician (C)
- Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology (A, C)
- Civil Drafting and Civil Engineering cad (C)
- Architectural Drafting cad (C)
- Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting cad
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A, B)
- Medical Assistant (A, C)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Physical Therapist Assistant (A)
- Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling (A, C)
- Medical Insurance Coding (C)
- Medical Reception (C)
- Nursing Assistant (C)
- Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions (C)
Legal Professions and Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Mechanic (A)
- Marine Maintenance, Fitter and Ship Repair Technology
Personal and Culinary Services
- Culinary Arts (A, C)
- Cosmetology (A)
- Cosmetology, Barber and Nail Instructor (C)
- Nail Technician
- Barber
- Esthetician
Physical Sciences
- Physical Sciences (A)
Precision Production
- Welding (A, C)
Social Sciences
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Olympic College.
- South Seattle Community College in Seattle, WA (13 miles away)
- Seattle Central Community College in Seattle, WA (15 miles away)
- North Seattle Community College in Seattle, WA (16 miles away)
- Shoreline Community College in Shoreline, WA (18 miles away)
- Highline Community College in Des Moines, WA (20 miles away)