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Spring 2026 Newsletter from Olympic College International Education & Study Abroad

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  Springtime is arguably the most beautiful time of the year in the American Pacific Northwest. The days get longer, the weather turns warmer, and the flower blossoms paint the landscape in vibrant colors. At Olympic College, it is a time when the campus bursts with color and activity. It is a time when students are re-energized and have many activities to choose from. In this newsletter, you will see "the buzz" at Olympic College. Special Offer: Free Summer Housing for Students Click Here to learn more about the limited-time opportunity for international students to earn the OCW SUMMER HOUSING GRANT as part of the Early Start Housing Initiative. This grant will pay for housing at the on-campus Residence Hall at Olympic College during Summer 2026 quarter. ( Click for details )   News & Announcements From OC Students enjoy a variety of activities for Spring 2026 Quarter. Olympic College has many events and opportunities...

Announcement: OCW Summer Housing Grant

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Begin Your American College Experience with Confidence International Student Free Summer Housing & Success Program at Olympic College Starting college in a new country is a big step and Olympic College is committed to helping international students feel supported, connected, and prepared from the moment they arrive. Through our Summer Housing & Student Success Program, students can begin their college journey early with free summer housing while building friendships, improving academic readiness, and adjusting to campus life in a welcoming community environment. Students receive: Free Residence Hall room Summer Orientation Academic advising with a dedicated Success Coach Residence Hall activities and community engagement Peer mentoring and student connections Early academic progress support Study groups in Residence Hall common spaces Tutoring and academic assistance This program is designed to help students transition smoothly into college life while creating a strong foundati...

Spring Road Trip: Skagit Valley Tulip Festival

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  Spring Road Trip: Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Students who study at Olympic College in Bremerton, Washington can enjoy many activities and have different experiences during different seasons. In the Spring, the weather warms up and the skies are blue more often. Spring Quarter is the time when student can start exploring the outdoors on weekends. The Seattle Mariners start their season, and OC students can enjoy the games at the ballpark. There are also plenty of hiking trails and festivals to visit. One well-known festival that attracts thousands of international visitors is the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is an annual event held from April 1-30 in Skagit Valley near Mount Vernon, WA and La Conner, WA. There are different tulip farms you can visit, and most of the big ones charge an entrance fee. The largest tulip farm is the RoozenGarde ( Map ), which was founded by Dutch immigrants to the area. The entrance fee was $25 per person, but i...

Intensive English (ESL) Program at Olympic College

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  Intensive English (ESL) Program Olympic College's Intensive English program (ESL) is designed to prepare international students who do not meet the English Proficiency requirements required to study in college courses in American institutions. Its effective and practical approach is designed to advance students in a short time. The program is taught on a quarterly (3 months) basis by highly skilled instructors. Some Intensive English (IE100) credits count toward the Associate of Arts degree. The program includes: Grammar & Vocabulary Reading & Writing Listening & Speaking Olympic College’s Intensive English program ensures that all international students, regardless of English proficiency level, has the opportunity improve their English in an immersive environment, so they can qualify to take English 101 and college-level courses in the USA. Intensive English has 5 levels (Levels 1-5), with students completing Level 5 qualifying to take English 101 and college level c...

International Student Application Instructions

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    OC International Online Application Form  |  How To Apply @ OC Web Page This tutorial provides instructions on how international students should apply for admission into Olympic College. Before you fill out the  International Application Form , you should be familiar with all of the steps of applying to be an international student at Olympic College. You can learn all of the steps on the " How To Apply " web page. So, here are the requirements for the International Student Application. The  International Student Application Form   https://olympiccollege.my.site.com/ERx_Forms__Portal_Register $50 international student application fee payable on our  PayMyTuition  payment page  https://payment.paymytuition.com/paynow/olympic . (Enter 0000 for student ID) Copy of passport We will need a current bank statement (not older than 3 months old) from a parent or financial sponsor. It must show an ending balance of at least $23,318. We nee...