Grays Harbor College

1620 Edward P Smith Drive, Aberdeen, WA, 98520-7599
Tel: (360)532-9020
Public | 2,220 students
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COLLEGE HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Grays Harbor College serves 2,220 students (67% of students are full-time).
  • The school's student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the college average of 21:1.
  • Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body.
  • Grays Harbor College is the only community colleges within Grays Harbor County, WA.
  • The nearest community college is ( miles away).

School Overview:
Grays Harbor College
Community College Avg.
Institution Level At least 2 but less than 4 years At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control Public Public
Instructional Staff Total
(research/public service staff included)		 85 staff 63 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment 2,220 students 1,418 students
Student / Staff Ratio 1:26 1:21
# Full-Time Students		 1,479 students 1,262 students
# Part-Time Students		 741 students 1,508 students
 
% American Indian/Alaskan		 4% 1%
% Asian		 2% 2%
% Hawaiian		 - 1%
% Hispanic		 6% 6%
% Black		 3% 15%
% White		 80% 62%
% Two or more races		 5% 2%
 
Finances and Admission
In-State Tuition Fees
(2010-11)		 $3,105 $4,485
 
Out-State Tuition Fees
(2010-11)		 $8,295 $8,679
 

School Notes:

  • Grays Harbor College, a community college, was conceived in 1929 by a group of Aberdeen citizens under the leadership of Mr. W. O. McCaw and on August 7, 1930, was incorporated under the laws of the state of Washington. The college operated as a private institution from 1930 to 1945. In 1945, the Aberdeen School District assumed control of the college and provided much needed financial stability. Since that time Grays Harbor College has continued to serve the men and women of this area, offering them academic, professional and technical courses at a low cost and giving them the opportunity to live at home.
  • Located on a picturesque 120-acre site overlooking the town of Aberdeen and its seaport on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, Grays Harbor College offers a beautiful setting and challenging programs for learners of all ages and interests. Our two-year community college- one of 34 in the Washington State system, is committed to being the premier choice for excellence in education, training, and services, responsive to the diverse needs of our communities.
  • The college offers Adult Basic Education, English as a Second Language, GED and Four-Year degree programs.
  • Grays Harbor College is accredited as a community college by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. College-level credits earned by students at Grays Harbor College are accepted by colleges and universities throughout the United States.

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