Starting September 1, 2026, students at Olympic College (OC) will have access to a new transportation benefit: a fully funded ORCA pass covering Kitsap Transit buses and local foot ferries.
The program aligns with a broader state-wide trend of viewing public transit as a critical component of the educational ecosystem.
Transition from Paper Tickets to Digital ORCA Infrastructure The history of student transit at Olympic College has been marked by technical transitions that previously led to the dissolution of similar programs.
As reported by the Kitsap Sun , the standard monthly pass for Kitsap Transit is currently $50.
This move could potentially reduce the number of student vehicles attempting to find parking in the often-congested Bremerton core.
Olympic College students will receive free Kitsap Transit bus and ferry passes starting September 1 through a state-funded pilot program.