Peninsula College (PLU)

12180 Park Ave South, Tacoma, WA

Peninsula College, located in Port Angeles, Washington, is a public college that is made up of about 6,000 enrolled students.

PC offers a wide array of programs that encompass high school programs, associate’s degrees, and bachelor’s degrees. Also offered at PC are opportunities for members of local Native American tribes to earn specialized degrees.

Surrounded by mountains, forests and the Pacific Ocean, Peninsula College is an excellent place to pursue outdoor-related hobbies while obtaining a quality education.

Peninsula College is partnered with many key state universities to ensure admittance for those who complete a two-year program at PC.

The cost to attend PC is $116.00 per credit hour for Washington state residents. The cost for out of state students to attend Peninsula College is $130.00.

In the sports arena, Peninsula College has a lot to offer. Students can choose to play men’s or women’s basketball, or soccer with the Peninsula Pirates. In fact, PC has taken home the win in the NWAACC finals for the last two years.

Peninsula College also offers a parent cooperative pre-school for children with parents who are students at PC, making it easier for parents to attend physical classes without worrying about childcare. Also offered at PC are educational ‘Bring Your Baby’ workshops that help students with the basics of childcare and development.

If you would like to attend Peninsula College or find out more information regarding their offered programs or athletics, click here to access their official webpage.