The Evergreen State College Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
The Evergreen State College is a public research university in Olympia, Washington, enrolling about 2,160 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 96.37% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $45,320 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $9,264
- 2024 Average Net Price: $24,319 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 96.37% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,160 91.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 40.74%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs
- First-Generation Students: 30.1%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 8.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 69.7%
- Average SAT Score: 1216
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,895
- Applicants (IPEDS): 1,443
- Room & Board: $14,589 annual estimate
The Evergreen State College: what the data shows
Common questions about The Evergreen State College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is The Evergreen State College?
The Evergreen State College is located in Olympia, WA (ZIP 98505-0001).
NCES locale classification: Rural distant.
Is The Evergreen State College public or private?
The Evergreen State College is a Public institution.
How much does The Evergreen State College cost?
Published tuition: $9,264 in-state, $31,905 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $24,319.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $22,079 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $22,607 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $25,723 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $27,346 |
| $110,001+ | $28,477 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $37,056.
How hard is it to get into The Evergreen State College?
Admission rate: 96.37%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1216 and midpoint ACT 23.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is The Evergreen State College?
Total enrollment: 2,160 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,895 students.
Graduate enrollment: 214 students.
About 91% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at The Evergreen State College?
150%-time completion rate: 40.74%.
First-year retention: 69.9%.
What do graduates of The Evergreen State College earn?
Median earnings: $34,774 six years after entry; $45,320 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $20,500.
41.56% of students receive Pell grants.
What is The Evergreen State College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (359 completions)
- Biological and Physical Sciences (78 completions)
- Public Administration (40 completions)
- Environmental Studies (32 completions)
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels (29 completions)
- Geographic Information Science and Cartography (27 completions)
- Recording Arts Technology/Technician (20 completions)
- Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia (13 completions)
- Social Psychology (13 completions)
- Fiber, Textile and Weaving Arts (11 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is The Evergreen State College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 96.37%; completion rate 40.74%; median earnings $45,320 at 10 years; net price $24,319. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$9,264
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at The Evergreen State College was $9,264.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$24,319
2024 Value
In 2024 The Evergreen State College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $24,319.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$97,276 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$24,319 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$37,056 4-Year In-State Tuition
$127,620 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$14,589 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$528 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$24,381 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$97,524 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for The Evergreen State College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
41.56% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
39.61% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.10%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at The Evergreen State College was 0.10%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for The Evergreen State College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $8,574 | $20,661 | $11,903 |
| 2014 | $8,682 | $21,735 | $12,971 |
| 2015 | $8,380 | $22,795 | $12,633 |
| 2016 | $7,414 | $23,887 | $12,580 |
| 2017 | $7,591 | $25,051 | $12,147 |
| 2018 | $7,746 | $26,262 | $12,500 |
| 2019 | $8,217 | $27,537 | $13,604 |
| 2020 | $8,325 | $28,515 | $13,526 |
| 2021 | $8,529 | $29,172 | $21,048 |
| 2022 | $8,750 | $30,059 | $20,891 |
| 2023 | $8,999 | $30,980 | $22,585 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
96.37% Acceptance Rate
1,443 Total Applicants
1,403 Students Admitted
364 First-Time Students Enrolled
25.94% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1216
ACT Average: 23
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
The Evergreen State College reported total enrollment of about 2,160 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 39% male and 61% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (56.4%), Hispanic or Latino (15.3%), and Two or More Races (7.9%). About 41.56% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 30.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
91.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at The Evergreen State College in 2024 is 2,160 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,895 students. Graduate enrollment is about 214 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
69.9%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 56.4%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
29.97% 100% Completion Time
40.74% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 29.97% of students graduating from The Evergreen State College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 40% male / 60% female
- Biological and Physical Sciences: 42% male / 58% female
- Public Administration: 32% male / 68% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for The Evergreen State College.
Return on Investment
$20,500 Median Student Debt
$45,320 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
45.23% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
365.89% Return on Investment
4.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for The Evergreen State College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 23 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 359 completions
2. Biological and Physical Sciences: 78 completions
3. Public Administration: 40 completions
4. Environmental Studies: 32 completions
5. Teacher Education, Multiple Levels: 29 completions
6. Geographic Information Science and Cartography: 27 completions
7. Recording Arts Technology/Technician: 20 completions
8. Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia: 13 completions
9. Social Psychology: 13 completions
Most popular programs at The Evergreen State College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for The Evergreen State College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for The Evergreen State College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 69.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,212
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $11,647
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
The Evergreen State College is a public institution located in Olympia, WA, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Biological and Physical Sciences, Public Administration. Enrollment is approximately 2,160 students. Student body composition includes White (56.4%), Hispanic or Latino (15.3%), Two or More Races (7.9%). The admission rate is 96.37%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1216. The 150%-time completion rate is 40.74%. Approximately 41.56% of students receive Pell Grants. About 30.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs
Location
Olympia, WA 98505-0001
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
The Evergreen State College provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The Evergreen State College located?
The Evergreen State College is located in Olympia, WA.
What is The Evergreen State College's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at The Evergreen State College is 96.4% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,443 applicants and 1,403 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does The Evergreen State College cost?
Reported tuition is $9,264 and average net price is $24,319 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $14,589 annually.
What is the student body demographics at The Evergreen State College?
The Evergreen State College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,895 students, White (56.4%), Hispanic or Latino (15.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend The Evergreen State College?
About 30.1% of students at The Evergreen State College are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for The Evergreen State College?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, The Evergreen State College reports midpoint SAT about 1216 and midpoint ACT about 23.
What do graduates of The Evergreen State College earn?
Median earnings are $34,774 six years after entry and $45,320 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at The Evergreen State College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 40.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do The Evergreen State College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $20,500.
Is The Evergreen State College public or private?
The Evergreen State College is a public institution located in Olympia, WA.
Is The Evergreen State College an HBCU?
No. The Evergreen State College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is The Evergreen State College a tribal college?
No. The Evergreen State College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Washington college costs
- Washington colleges by ROI
- Far West regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Washington
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.