South Puget Sound Community College
Olympia, WA2011 Mottman Rd SW, Olympia, WA 98512-6292
360-596-5200
South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) is a two-year public community college in Olympia, Washington. It is part of the Washington Community and Technical College System. SPSCC serves approximately 11,000 students annually. The college offers associate degrees, professional certificates, and continuing education opportunities.
SPSCC was founded in 1961 as Olympia Vocational Technical Institute. The college changed its name to Olympia Community College in 1964 and began offering transferable academic courses. In 1967, the college moved to its current location on Lakeridge Drive. In 1990, the college changed its name to South Puget Sound Community College to better reflect its service area.
SPSCC offers over 60 academic programs leading to associate degrees and professional certificates. The college has strong programs in health care, business, and information technology. SPSCC also offers a variety of continuing education opportunities, including non-credit courses, distance learning, and professional development.
The college is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. SPSCC is a member of the American Association of Community Colleges and the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges.
Quick Facts
Enrollment: 4665
Type: Public, 2-year
Main Website: https://www.spscc.edu/
Financial Aid: https://www.spscc.edu/financial-aid