Ocean Research Academy

The Ocean Research College Academy (ORCA) at Everett Community College is an interdisciplinary, full-time Running Start program that embeds undergraduate research in general education courses. 

This cohort-based learning community blends the Associate of Arts and Sciences degree requirements with high school graduation coursework. A research laboratory and fully outfitted research vessel facilitate student-driven research in the local estuary. 

Located at the Everett waterfront, ORCA students collect data on the State of Possession Sound, monitoring water quality and the abundance and distribution of marine life. The nature of science and the search for relevant evidence to support and communicate ideas is infused in all disciplines at ORCA, including English, math, history, and other subjects. For more information visit EverettCC.edu/ORCA or email orca@everettcc.edu