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Grays Harbor College

Aberdeen, WA·Public·www.ghc.edu/

Campus Identity

Grays Harbor College is a public college in Aberdeen, WA. The nearest beach is about 15 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 87/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Grays Harbor College is a public college in Aberdeen, WA. The nearest beach is about 15 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 87/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$3,826
In-State Tuition
+$677 fees
$9,363
Out-of-State Tuition
+$677 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Rural setting

Beach Access

15 miles

Westport, WA

Weather

Warm Climate

48°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

72 mi away
108 mi away
2,600 skiable acres11 liftsNo Waffle Cabin
116 mi away
1,402 skiable acres8 lifts

Nearest Beach

Westport, WA

Ocean access within 15.0 miles

15 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Aberdeen, WA

43°Jan44°Feb46°Mar49°Apr54°May58°Jun61°Jul62°Aug60°Sep53°Oct46°Nov42°Dec

Station: ABERDEEN · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

87/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety10057100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
57/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$3,826$9,363
Fees
$677$677
Total
$4,503$10,040
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

41 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
188 grads/yr$42,966
Construction Engineering Technology/TechnicianCertificate
46 grads/yr
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
31 grads/yr$90,198
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
27 grads/yr
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsBachelor's
18 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's31 grads$90,198
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's188 grads$42,966
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
Certificate46 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's27 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Bachelor's18 grads
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Certificate12 grads
Forestry
Associate's11 grads
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Associate's11 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's10 grads
Forestry
Certificate9 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Grays Harbor College located?

Grays Harbor College is located in Aberdeen, WA. The main campus address is 1620 Edward P Smith Drive, Aberdeen, WA. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Grays Harbor College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Grays Harbor College charges $3,826/year for in-state students and $9,363/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $10,040/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Grays Harbor College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Grays Harbor College the right fit for me?

Whether Grays Harbor College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($9,363/year out-of-state), campus culture in Aberdeen, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Grays Harbor College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Grays Harbor College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Aberdeen, WA
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 48°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
87/100
Nearest Airport
Hoquiam, WA (HQM) · 6 mialso OLM (43 mi), AST (55 mi)

Location

Aberdeen, WA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.