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Peninsula College

Port Angeles, WA·Public·www.pencol.edu/

Campus Identity

Peninsula College is a public college in Port Angeles, WA. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 85/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Peninsula College is a public college in Port Angeles, WA. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 85/100 (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
+$491 fees
$4,288
Out-of-State Tuition
+$491 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

Town setting

Beach Access

56 miles

Kalaloch, WA

Weather

Warm Climate

47°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

10 mi away
Mt Seymour

British Columbia

87 mi away
200 skiable acres5 lifts
Grouse Mountain

British Columbia

89 mi away
212 skiable acres5 lifts

Nearest Beach

Kalaloch, WA

Ocean access within 56.2 miles

56 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Port Angeles, WA

41°Jan42°Feb44°Mar48°Apr54°May57°Jun61°Jul61°Aug58°Sep50°Oct44°Nov41°Dec

Station: PORT ANGELES · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

85/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety10049100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
49/100
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$4,288
Fees
$491$491
Total
$4,317$4,779
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

48 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
177 grads/yr$36,198
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
76 grads/yr
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
28 grads/yr$77,542
Precision Metal WorkingAssociate's
21 grads/yr$38,488
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsCertificate
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's28 grads$77,542
Precision Metal Working
Associate's21 grads$38,488
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's177 grads$36,198
Precision Metal Working
Certificate76 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Certificate18 grads
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Associate's15 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Bachelor's14 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's10 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Certificate9 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's7 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 Peninsula College located?

Peninsula College is located in Port Angeles, WA. The main campus address is 1502 E Lauridsen Blvd, Port Angeles, WA. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Peninsula College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Peninsula College charges $3,826/year for in-state students and $4,288/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $4,779/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Peninsula College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Peninsula College the right fit for me?

Whether Peninsula College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($4,288/year out-of-state), campus culture in Port Angeles, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Peninsula College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Port Angeles, WA
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 47°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
85/100
Nearest Airport
Port Angeles, WA (CLM) · 4 mialso FRD (34 mi), NUW (39 mi)

Location

Port Angeles, 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.