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The Evergreen State College

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Olympia, Washington 98505-0001

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Public suburban college in Olympia

The Evergreen State College is a public suburban institution in Olympia, Washington. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1161.

A mid-sized campus of 2K undergraduates with a 20:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

44% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $45,320 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $22,585.

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97%Acceptance
1161SAT Avg
2,042Students
20:1Student:Faculty
44%Grad Rate
$45,320Earnings 10yr
$22,585Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

The Evergreen State College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate97.2%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1161

Reading & WritingMid: 580
470670
MathMid: 520
420590

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 23
2226

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

97.2%

Trend

SAT Avg

1161

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$8,999
Tuition (out-of-state)$30,980
Room & Board$16,451
Books & Supplies$900
Total Cost of Attendance$25,934
Average Net Price$22,585
Median Debt at Graduation$20,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$217

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$19,969
$30–48K$20,956
$48–75K$24,430
$75–110K$25,683
$110K+$25,934

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

59.4%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$15,000

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

14

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

3

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

4

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (5)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

68%

Negative
  • •68% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
2,042
Gender Split
62% / 38%
Women / Men
First Generation
30%
Pell Grant Recipients
41%

Race & Ethnicity

White 57%
Black 6%
Hispanic 15%
Asian 2%
Two+ 9%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate43.6%
Freshman Retention68.2%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$34,774
10 Years$45,320

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

SEA Seattle-Tacoma41 mi
PDX Portland OR104 mi
BOI Boise408 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA2523 mi · ~72h 53m drive
New York, NY2437 mi · ~70h 24m drive
Hartford, CT2466 mi · ~71h 14m drive
Providence, RI2522 mi · ~72h 51m drive
Albany, NY2390 mi · ~69h 3m drive
Syracuse, NY2268 mi · ~65h 31m drive
Rochester, NY2197 mi · ~63h 28m drive
Buffalo, NY2146 mi · ~62h drive
Philadelphia, PA2407 mi · ~69h 32m drive
Pittsburgh, PA2165 mi · ~62h 33m drive
Harrisburg, PA2316 mi · ~66h 54m drive
Newark, NJ2428 mi · ~70h 9m drive
Washington, DC2353 mi · ~67h 59m drive
Baltimore, MD2361 mi · ~68h 12m drive
Atlanta, GA2201 mi · ~63h 35m drive
Charlotte, NC2307 mi · ~66h 39m drive
Raleigh, NC2390 mi · ~69h 3m drive
Miami, FL2749 mi · ~79h 25m drive
Orlando, FL2566 mi · ~74h 8m drive
Tampa, FL2544 mi · ~73h 30m drive
Nashville, TN1994 mi · ~57h 36m drive
New Orleans, LA2112 mi · ~61h 1m drive
Richmond, VA2382 mi · ~68h 49m drive
Chicago, IL1763 mi · ~50h 56m drive
Detroit, MI1966 mi · ~56h 48m drive
Minneapolis, MN1424 mi · ~41h 8m drive
St. Louis, MO1745 mi · ~50h 25m drive
Kansas City, MO1525 mi · ~44h 3m drive
Indianapolis, IN1896 mi · ~54h 46m drive
Columbus, OH2039 mi · ~58h 54m drive
Cleveland, OH2053 mi · ~59h 19m drive
Milwaukee, WI1719 mi · ~49h 40m drive
Dallas, TX1690 mi · ~48h 49m drive
Houston, TX1897 mi · ~54h 48m drive
Austin, TX1775 mi · ~51h 17m drive
San Antonio, TX1789 mi · ~51h 41m drive
Los Angeles, CA933 mi · ~26h 57m drive
San Francisco, CA643 mi · ~18h 35m drive
San Diego, CA1038 mi · ~29h 59m drive
Seattle, WA48 mi · ~1h 23m drive
Portland, OR109 mi · ~3h 9m drive
Denver, CO1032 mi · ~29h 49m drive
Phoenix, AZ1101 mi · ~31h 48m drive
Salt Lake City, UT702 mi · ~20h 17m drive
Honolulu, HI2635 mi · ~76h 7m drive
Northern (cold winters, cool summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Seattle-Tacoma (SEA)41 miles
Rental car
62 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
82 min$49-82
Portland OR (PDX)104 miles
Rental car
156 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
208 min$125-208

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