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Olympic College
Bremerton, Washington · Public college · Training programs available:
Address: 1600 Chester Ave, Bremerton, WA 98337 · Phone: (360) 792-6050 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Olympic College is a public trade school in Bremerton, Washington, offering welding, CNA, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Olympic College carry a median debt of $12,000 and earn a median of $43,169 ten years after entry; the campus completion rate is not reported, though the state average is 66.1%.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Olympic College; contact the school for current tuition. The campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid, and 18.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $47,980 | $63,020 | $73,650 |
| Nursing assistants | $42,500 | $49,180 | $57,930 |
| Medical assistants | $46,540 | $59,290 | $63,590 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $64,230 | $83,150 | $93,970 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $49,920 | $76,010 | $81,540 |
| Skincare specialists | $48,620 | $79,320 | $95,260 |
| Medical records specialists | $45,500 | $62,270 | $79,680 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $39,470 | $57,270 | $76,960 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Washington (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 49 | $45,913 | $47,260 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | $45,913 | $47,260 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, under 300 hours | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 15 | $37,029 | $36,668 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 13 | $39,110 | $34,704 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 10 | $39,110 | $34,704 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 5 | $45,913 | $47,260 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Olympic College is a public trade and career school in Bremerton, Washington. The campus is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, along with program-specific accreditors for nursing and physical therapy education, and it participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. Among its 17 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in welding, CNA classes, and medical assistant programs.
Federal data shows 200 trade program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 3,826. The state average completion rate is 66.1%, but this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $12,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $43,169. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 18.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income students attend.
This campus offers a mix of shorter career-training programs, such as welding and CNA classes, alongside longer allied-health tracks tied to nursing and physical therapy accreditation, which may appeal to career changers looking for either a quick entry point or a more extended credential. Prospective students should verify current program lengths, tuition, and accreditation status directly with the school or through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Olympic College offers 17 program families, with the most completers in welding schools, CNA classes, and medical assistant programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Olympic College is accredited, primarily by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, with additional program-specific accreditation from nursing and physical therapy education bodies.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Olympic College participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 66.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $12,000, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,169, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Olympic College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition costs and eligibility for state-supported financial aid compared with private for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (360) 792-6050 or visit olympic.edu to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and review federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?236188.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both short career-training programs like welding and CNA classes and longer allied-health tracks, which may suit adults seeking either quick entry or a more extended credential, though individual fit should be confirmed with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Olympic College at (360) 792-6050 or through its website, olympic.edu, for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.