C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100

Olympic College

4-Year Public
📍 Bremerton, Washington 98337
Outcomes
C
52/100
Affordability
B
68/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
B+
76/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

5,413
Total Enrollment
34%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$11,105
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Olympic College

48% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,598 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$398,193
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,705
1-Year Change
+2.9%
For parents & investors

The Olympic College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $398,193
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,705/mo — vs ~$722/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 98337 (3.3% cap, Bremerton)

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🏆 Where Olympic College Ranks

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

🥉
Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician
of 10 schools
#4
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
of 48 schools
#7
Industrial Technology/Technician
of 29 schools
#19
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
of 60 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,197 $9,465
Room $6,500
Total Cost (On-Campus) $19,605 $25,148

Financial Aid

61%
Receive Any Aid
20%
Receive Pell Grants
5%
Take Out Loans
$11,105
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$5,352
$30,001 - $48,000$6,386
$48,001 - $75,000$9,655
$75,001 - $110,000$11,184
$110,001+$13,478

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 624 grads/yr Industrial Technology/Technician 467 grads/yr Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General 110 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 108 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 98 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 46 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 41 grads/yr Organizational Leadership 39 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 32 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 27 grads/yr Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling 26 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 25 grads/yr Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician 25 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 23 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 20 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 19 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 16 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 14 grads/yr Mental Health Counseling/Counselor 14 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 10 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Industrial engineering technologists and technicians
$65k/yr 74,600 jobs
Electrical and electronics drafters
$74k/yr 21,600 jobs
Mechanical drafters
$69k/yr 42,900 jobs
Architectural and civil drafters
$64k/yr 110,500 jobs
Drafters, all other
$62k/yr 17,100 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Student Demographics

5,413
Total Students
56%
Women
42%
Traditional Age (18-24)
48%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 49%
Hispanic 13%
Black 3%
Asian 7%
Two or More 11%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 7%
Off-Campus (Renters) 48%
With Family 45%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,598 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 37%
Hybrid (Some Online) 37%
Fully Online 26%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 42%
25-64 (Adult) 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Olympic 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 Olympic College?
Tuition at Olympic College is $4,197 for in-state students and $9,465 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $11,105.
What is the graduation rate at Olympic College?
The graduation rate at Olympic College is 34%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Olympic College a good school?
Olympic College has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Olympic College?
Olympic College has a total enrollment of 5,413 students.
Is there rental demand near Olympic College?
Yes! Approximately 48% of students at Olympic College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,598 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Bremerton area.

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