Peninsula College
1502 East Lauridsen Boulevard
Port Angeles, WA 98362

When Peninsula College first opened its door more than 40 years, classes were taught on the grounds of the Port Angeles High School. In the years since, this community college has grown to encompass a 75-acre campus close to the Olympic Mountains and extension sites in Forks and Port Townsend, Washington.

In order to better serve its students, this Washington community college offers a variety of programs and degree levels. From skills and certificate courses to associate and bachelor's degree programs, there's a vast array of educational options at Peninsula College. Students who are interested in starting new careers or increasing their credentials in their current field, will find that certificate courses are available in such areas as massage therapy, medical assisting, pre-radiology technology, food service management, and woodworking/homebuilding.

As for students who are interested in one day transferring to a four-year university or college, they'll be happy to know that this Washington community college offers several associate degree transfer programs that facilities entry into a bachelor's degree program into a traditional higher learning institution.

Quick Facts:

• Peninsula College has been accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.


• Students at this Washington community college participate in such intercollegiate sports as dancing, men's and women's basketball, men's soccer, and women's fastpitch softball.


• As of the 2005-06 school year, more than 10,000 students were enrolled at Peninsula College. These students enjoyed an average student-teacher ratio of 19 to one.


• Students who are unable to attend class on campus can enroll in Peninsula College's distance learning programs. These courses enable students to learn via the Internet, video telecourses, or ITV (interactive television).


• This Washington community college also boasts an Adult Basic Education Program that helps students to improve their reading skills, prepare for the GED, prepare for college, and more.