Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 32.6%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 34.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $43,169
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 37.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $127/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $69,338 | |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $64,706 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $61,651 | $16,991 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Certificate | $54,435 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $47,260 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate | $36,668 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $34,704 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate | $28,960 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $22,771 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $22,572 | $9,834 |
Outcomes Overview
Olympic College graduates earn a median of $43,169 ten years after graduation, while carrying typical debt loads of $12,000. Monthly loan payments of $127 represent just 3.5% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The employment rate reaches 85.2%, reflecting strong job placement in the Puget Sound region's maritime, healthcare, and technical industries. Many Rangers leverage the college's career training programs to enter fields like nursing, automotive technology, and business administration. With 97.53% of students coming from Washington state, most graduates stay local and benefit from established employer relationships. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.28 compares favorably to national averages for two-year institutions. This represents a strong return on investment for career-focused education.