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Grays Harbor College

Aberdeen, WA·Public·1,058 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 40%. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

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1,058
Students
$3,149
Net Price
32%
Grad Rate
$32,400
Earnings
10 yr
$7,665
Debt

About This School

Grays Harbor College is a public institution located in Aberdeen, Washington with approximately 1,058 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $3,149 per year. The graduation rate is 32%, and the typical graduate earns $32,400 within 10 years of enrollment.

Grays Harbor College is a public community college in Aberdeen, Washington, United States. Established in 1930, the college sits on a 120-acre (0.49 km2) campus overlooking the town of Aberdeen and its seaport on the edge of the Pacific Ocean. Additional "learning centers" are located in Raymond, Ilwaco, North Aberdeen, and Southside Aberdeen.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $3,149/year after aid and a median debt of $7,665, this is one of the most affordable college options you'll find anywhere. However, the 32% graduation rate is a real concern — most students who start here don't finish — and median earnings of $32,400 a decade out suggest the credentials earned may have limited earning power. Worth considering if you're cost-conscious, transfer-focused, or pursuing a specific vocational program, but go in with a clear plan and don't assume momentum will carry you through.

Founded
1930
Setting
Fringe rural

Popular Programs

Health Professions16%
Business & Marketing12%
Education7%
Biological Sciences1%
Physical Sciences1%
Visual & Performing Arts0%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

John Madden

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$4,751
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,629
Avg Net Price
$3,149
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants28%
Median debt at graduation$7,665

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
32%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$32,400
after enrollment
Median Debt
$7,665
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$7,665
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$25,600
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$32,400
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.2x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White54%
Black4%
Hispanic/Latino21%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,058 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Grays Harbor College

1620 Edward P Smith Drive

Aberdeen, WA 98520-7599

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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