- More local people and less international students in compared to the other community colleges - Affordable tuition fee - In case of having more than 3.0 GPA in high school, the scholarship from $500 to $1,000 is provided. - 16 years old or older students can apply for High School Diploma. - Homestay chosen by the college is all within walking distance.
Top Native Language by Center
Among the total of 700 students, 100 people are international students. In the most of the community colleges, there are many international students but the 75% of the students at SPSCC is white people.
South Puget Sound Community CollegeAbout the
Welcome to South Puget Sound Community College! Our learning environment combines small class sizes, award-winning faculty and staff, and modern facilities. Our core themes revolve around completion, excellence, equity & diversity, innovation, and community. We have been serving the city of Olympia and its surrounding communities for more than sixty years.In 2016, we were listed as one of the nation’s 150 best community colleges by the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program.We currently serve more than 7,000 students, including degree-seeking students, high school students, veterans, international students, and underemployed workers. Find out more about the populations that make up our campus.If you looking for a community college that wants to help you land a new job, learn a new skill, earn a degree, or pursue exciting opportunities and interests, check out SPSCC. Our two campuses are conveniently located in Olympia and downtown Lacey.We want to help you achieve your goals. We can help you get the skills you need for the life you want. South Puget Sound Community College’s mission is to support student success in postsecondary academic transfer and workforce education that responds to the needs of the South Sound region. South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) is one of the top 50 community colleges in the U.S. Located in Washington's capital city, Olympia, it is conveniently located near Seattle. This top accredited public two-year college provides international students personal attention, small classes, and offers an affordable cost of living in a safe city surrounded by the beautiful landscape of the Pacific Northwest. International students can apply for scholarship ranging from $500 to $2,000 after arriving on campus. When it's time to transfer to a 4-year university, some schools offer a special scholarship based on GPA when transferring from SPSCC.
Our 2+2 Transfer Program allows students to complete their first two years of college at SPSCC and then transfer to a university to complete two more years and earn a bachelor's degree.
By completing your first two years of college at SPSCC, you can:
*Save 50 to 70% per year during your two years at SPSCC;
*Earn an associate degree at SPSCC, which you can add to your resume; and
*Gain experience in college-level coursework, which will help make the transition to a 4-year university easier.
University Pathway Program
Through the University Pathway Program, you will gain the qualifications required to transfer to our partner institutions–or any university of your choice–as third-year college student (junior).The following universities have offered the University Transfer Pathway option to any international student who is admitted to SPSCC. You will receive the university conditional admission letter or statement at the same time you receive the SPSCC admission letter.
Top Ranked U.S. Universities
International student graduates from our programs have been admitted to many top U.S. universities as ranked by College Ranking US News Education, including:
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign New York University University of Minnesota, Twin Cities University of Washington, Seattle Indiana University University of California, San Diego Purdue University University of Wisconsin-Madison University of California, Davis
Our 2+2 Transfer Program allows students to complete their first two years of college at SPSCC and then transfer to a university to complete two more years and earn a bachelor's degree.
By completing your first two years of college at SPSCC, you can:
*Save 50 to 70% per year during your two years at SPSCC;
*Earn an associate degree at SPSCC, which you can add to your resume; and
*Gain experience in college-level coursework, which will help make the transition to a 4-year university easier.
University Pathway Program
Through the University Pathway Program, you will gain the qualifications required to transfer to our partner institutions–or any university of your choice–as third-year college student (junior).The following universities have offered the University Transfer Pathway option to any international student who is admitted to SPSCC. You will receive the university conditional admission letter or statement at the same time you receive the SPSCC admission letter.
Top Ranked U.S. Universities
International student graduates from our programs have been admitted to many top U.S. universities as ranked by College Ranking US News Education, including:
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign New York University University of Minnesota, Twin Cities University of Washington, Seattle Indiana University University of California, San Diego Purdue University University of Wisconsin-Madison University of California, Davis
[ANNUAL]
Average tuition: $9,820
Housing: $5,670
Books: $840
Medical Insurance: $1,098
Personal Expenses: $2,070
Total: $19,498
[QUARTER]
Average Tuition: $3,273
Housing: $1,890
Books: $280
Medical Insurance: $366
Personal Expenses: $690
Total: $6,499
Course Information
Schedule
13 Weeks
Accommodation
Homestay, Off-campus Residence
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(USD)$ 550
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Off-Campus residence
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(USD)$ 1890
Monthly
(USD)$ 630
Airport Pickup
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Remarks / Other Information
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Accommodation
SPSCC Apartments Only minutes from campus students can enjoy high quality facilities in a convenient and safe location at Capitol Heights Apartments. Their large floor plans offer a full-size washer/dryer, wood-burning fireplace, and large patio/deck. They also have a pool, spa, fitness center and a tanning salon. Apartments are walking distance from SPSCC. There is a minimum 6 month lease required and apartments are available on a first come, first serve basis. Please contact International Student Services to learn about availability. SPSCC Homestay Program Homestay is a great way to experience American culture. Our diverse hosts consist of females, males, couples with children, single parents with children, retired persons, and persons who practice religion. Your host will include you in activities, encourage you to practice English, and provide you with a private room and some meals.To ensure that you benefit from your experience, our office will assist you if you have problems with differences in lifestyles, culture shock, homesickness, or personal needs. Host families are on a convenient bus line to SPSCC. All SPSCC students are provided free bus transportation using their student identification card.Homestays are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Homestay Placement Fee: $550 Homestay Rent: $630
Surroundings
Nearby Attractions
1 hour to Seattle
1 hour to ocean beaches
3 hours to Vancouver or Victoria, BC, Canada
2 hours to Portland, Oregon
1 hour to major ski resorts
30 min to area hikes and campgrounds
Free public transportation
National Parks
1 hour to Mount Rainier National Park
2 hours to Olympic National Park
2 hours to North Cascades National Park
Location
Getting to the school from the airport
Free airport pick-up bus will be provided.
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