C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100

Green River College

4-Year Public
📍 Auburn, Washington 98092
Outcomes
C+
56/100
Affordability
B
66/100
Resources
B
73/100
Experience
C
48/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

7,361
Total Enrollment
41%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$13,621
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Green River College

69% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 5,086 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$673,504
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,061
1-Year Change
+1.9%
For parents & investors

The Green River College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $673,504
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,061/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 98391 (3.2% cap, Bonney Lake)

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🏆 Where Green River College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥉
System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager
of 20 schools
#8
Physical Sciences, General
of 30 schools
#9
Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist
of 100 schools
#20
Network and System Administration/Administrator
of 45 schools
#22
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
of 100 schools
#23
Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
of 38 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,074 $4,599

Financial Aid

52%
Receive Any Aid
28%
Receive Pell Grants
9%
Take Out Loans
$13,621
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$10,534
$30,001 - $48,000$11,801
$48,001 - $75,000$13,329
$75,001 - $110,000$15,074
$110,001+$19,968

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 672 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 101 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 91 grads/yr Computer Programming/Programmer, General 87 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 85 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 81 grads/yr System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager 78 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 67 grads/yr Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General 61 grads/yr Physical Sciences, General 44 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 41 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 41 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 36 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 35 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 35 grads/yr Computer Science 28 grads/yr Network and System Administration/Administrator 27 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 23 grads/yr Electrocardiograph Technology/Technician 23 grads/yr Forest Technology/Technician 20 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Green River College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs
Construction managers
$107k/yr 550,300 jobs

Student Demographics

7,361
Total Students
52%
Women
49%
Traditional Age (18-24)
69%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 29%
Hispanic 15%
Black 8%
Asian 16%
Two or More 8%
Non-Resident 9%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 69%
With Family 31%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~5,086 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 29%
Hybrid (Some Online) 35%
Fully Online 36%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 49%
25-64 (Adult) 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Green River College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Green River College?
Tuition at Green River College is $4,074 for in-state students and $4,599 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $13,621.
What is the graduation rate at Green River College?
The graduation rate at Green River College is 41%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Green River College a good school?
Green River College has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Green River College?
Green River College has a total enrollment of 7,361 students.
Is there rental demand near Green River College?
Yes! Approximately 69% of students at Green River College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 5,086 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Auburn area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology