Public community college in Aberdeen, Washington, serving the Pacific Northwest since 1930.
Grays Harbor College offers transfer degrees for students planning to complete their first two years before transferring to universities as juniors. The college also provides Career Technical Education (CTE) degrees, bachelor degree programs, and pre-college coursework. A new computer science program is highlighted as a recent addition. The college supports diverse learning pathways including Running Start, community and continuing education, and English Language Acquisition programs.
The main campus spans 120 acres overlooking Aberdeen's seaport on the Pacific Ocean edge. Facilities include the John Spellman Library, computer labs, bookstore, child care, food options, and the tulalW Student Center. The college operates additional learning centers in Raymond (Riverview Campus) and Ilwaco (Columbia Campus). Athletics are central to campus life, with the Chokers competing in the NWAC with teams in baseball, wrestling, soccer, softball, volleyball, basketball, and golf.
GHC welcomes diverse student populations through multiple pathways including traditional admissions, placement and testing, entry registration, and new student orientation. The college provides comprehensive student support services including advising and counseling, TRIO programs, tutoring, disability support, and assistance for first-generation students. Financial aid, scholarships (including the Bishop Scholarship), and workforce funding options are available.
The college serves the broader Grays Harbor community through workforce education, community and continuing education programs, and the Entrepreneur Academy. GHC supports students finishing high school, upgrading job skills, and pursuing new careers. The college maintains strong ties to the region through facility rentals, art galleries, and community events.