Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Port Hadlock, Washington |
| Online | nwboatschool.org |
| School Type | Private 2 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | No |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Located in Port Hadlock, Washington, on the Olympic Peninsula, the Northwest School of Wooden Boat Building operates from a waterfront campus along Port Townsend Bay. Established in 1981, this technical college specializes in traditional and contemporary wooden boat building, offering accredited programs in boatbuilding and marine systems. The institution maintains several workshop spaces and classrooms in historic maritime buildings, where students engage in hands-on construction and restoration of wooden vessels. The school's curriculum combines traditional craftsmanship with modern boat building techniques, featuring programs in traditional large craft, contemporary wooden boat building, and marine systems, with students completing multiple boat construction projects throughout their studies. Campus facilities include specialized workshops, a marine systems lab, and direct access to the bay for launching and testing vessels.
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $10,650 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,651 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,601 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Precision Production Trades | 100% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=458140 IPEDS survey data for Northwest School of Wooden Boat Building.
Current students may use the Northwest School of Wooden Boat Building GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024