Olympic CollegeStudent Guide

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Public Research University in Bremerton, WA. Operating on a semester system.

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Total Enrollment

Research University

Institution Type

4

Housing Buildings

Student guide · Fall Term 2026

The semester, explained for Olympic College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall Term 2026
Campus terms
9
Local details
12

Academic calendar

Fall Term 2026 runs Sep 21, 2026 – Dec 11, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

4 entries
  1. Summer Term 2026
  2. Fall Term 2026Relevant now
  3. Winter Term 2027
  4. Spring Term 2027

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Campus language

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9 terms

B

BSU
Black Student Union, a student organization focused on Black student success and community.

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student-led group that organizes campus events.
Chef's Kitchen
The student-run restaurant operated by the Culinary Arts program.
CWV
College Way Village, the on-campus student housing complex at the Bremerton campus.

M

MESA
Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement, a program supporting students in STEM fields.

R

Running Start
A program allowing high school juniors and seniors to take college-level courses for dual credit.

S

SGOC
Student Government of Olympic College, the primary student representative body.

T

The Bistro
The Fireside Bistro, a casual dining spot located in the Bremer Student Center.
The OC
A common shorthand used by students and staff to refer to Olympic College.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

12 details
BSC
Bremer Student Center, the central hub for student life, dining, and the bookstore.
cafeteria_culinary_arts_program
Cafeteria / Culinary Arts Program
CIC
Computer Information Center.
CSC
College Service Center, which houses admissions, registration, and financial aid.
ctcLink
The statewide online portal used by students for registration, checking grades, and managing financial aid.
espresso_bar
Espresso Bar
HSS
Humanities and Social Sciences building.
OCID
The official student identification number and the physical ID card required for campus services.
Ranger Station
The official name for the campus bookstore located in the Bremer Student Center.
ST
Science and Technology building.
The Green
The central lawn area at the Bremerton campus often used for outdoor events and student gatherings.
The Ranger
The name of the student-run newspaper and the college's athletic mascot.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Term 2026 runs Sep 21, 2026 – Dec 11, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
9 approved campus terms and 12 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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    Fall tuition and fees payment deadline

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    Final official transcripts deadline

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    ResCenter Housing Move-in Day

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
  • Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
  • Casual hangouts, interest groups, and open events without applications.

Worth a look

Launch 2 College

A summer bridge program designed to prepare new students for their start at Olympic College through workshops, campus resource introductions, and community building.

Regular commitment

Source: olympic.edu · Verified 5 days ago

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Olympic College Activities Board (OCAB)

A student-led board responsible for planning and executing campus-wide events and activities with a focus on entertainment, traditions, and social awareness.

SGOC Executive Council

The leadership body of the student government, including the President, Vice President, and Directors of various departments.

Regular commitment

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OC Week

An annual week of events that showcases and supports Olympic College and its students, often including a community luncheon and open houses at various campuses.

Drop in any time

Source: olympic.edu · Verified 5 days ago

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Welcome Week

A series of events and activities at the start of each quarter designed to introduce new and returning students to campus resources, staff, and fellow students.

Drop in any time

Resources & spaces

Career Center

Supports students with career planning, resume and cover letter assistance, job search resources, and finding on-campus employment.

Open to all

Counseling Services

Provides free, confidential counseling services to assist students with academic, career, and personal decision-making.

Open to all

OC Fitness Center

Located in the Physical Education building, the fitness center has a full range of equipment and is open to students, staff, and faculty at no additional charge.

Open to all

Source: olympic.edu · Verified 5 days ago

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Student Resource Center

Offers information, referrals, a book lending library, school supplies, and emergency funding to support student needs and help them stay in school.

Open to all

Source: olympic.edu · Verified 5 days ago

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Life in Bremerton for Olympic College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Bremerton.

Timezone

Pacific Time (PT)

Median Rent

$1,500

Cost of Living Index

110

Student Population

5,500

City Transportation

Walkability

63

Bikeability

47

Public Transit

Kitsap Transit local buses, Kitsap Fast Ferries (Bremerton–Seattle passenger ferry), Washington State Ferries (Bremerton–Seattle car and passenger ferry)

Nearest Airports

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (regional access via ferry and highway), Bremerton National Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Csb (warm-summer Mediterranean / marine west coast transition)

Avg Annual Temp

51°F

Avg Snowfall

6 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

General Parking (G-Lots)

surface_lot • First-come, first-served

Requires student parking sticker or temporary permit.

Employee Parking (F-Lots)

surface_lot • First-come, first-served

Requires employee placard (Red for Full-Time, Blue for Part-Time).

Campus News

Latest updates from Olympic College

Olympic College Launches New Computer Science Associate Degree

The college is expanding its technology offerings with a new associate degree that provides a seamless pathway to its Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.

Aug 24, 2026

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Olympic College Launches New Emergency Medical Technician Program for Fall 2026

A new one-quarter EMT program has been launched to create pathways for students in healthcare and emergency response.

May 13, 2026

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Dr. Chantae Recasner Named 16th President of Olympic College

The Board of Trustees announced that Dr. Chantae Recasner has accepted the offer to serve as the college's next president.

Mar 24, 2026

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Campus closed Sept 7, 2026, for Labor Day Holiday.

Campus closed Sept 7, 2026, for Labor Day Holiday.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Olympic College

Labor Day Holiday (campus closed)

September 7, 2026

Olympic College (All Campuses)

Campus closed and no classes in observance of Labor Day.

Shelton Ranger Ready (Fall Start Students)

September 9, 2026

Shelton Campus

An in-person orientation for students starting in Fall to get connected with the college, navigate campus, and meet service representatives.

Technical Design Info Session

September 9, 2026

Bldg. 14, Bremerton Campus

Information session regarding opportunities in the field of Technical Design.

VA Education Benefits Briefing

September 9, 2026

Bldg. 12, Rm. 214, Bremerton Campus

Briefing for all students using VA Education Benefits for the first time at Olympic College.

Drop-in Healthcare Advising

September 10, 2026

Bremerton Campus

10-minute drop-in advising sessions with Healthcare Advisors to help students get started.

Running Start Parent Orientation

September 15, 2026

Bremerton Campus

Orientation for parents of Running Start students to learn about the program and campus resources.

Welcome Booth Fall 2026

September 21, 2026

Bldg. 4 Foyer, Bremerton Campus

Welcome event for the start of the Fall quarter hosted by the OC Activities Board and Peer Mentors.

The North Platte Canteen: A Musical Miracle

September 25, 2026

Olympic College, Bremerton

A musical performance held at the Bremerton campus.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Olympic College

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

4 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Homestay

Olympic College Residence Hall

Room types: apartment-style rooms

Residence Hall

Capacity: 500

Room types: single, double, apartment

Residence Hall (Bldg. 16)

Room types: apartments

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Public

Email Domain

@olympiccollege.edu

Official Website

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