International student admissions

• The minimum age requirement is 16 years of age or showing completion of high school. If you studied at a vocational high school we can help you transfer to a university in the Seattle area!
• Applicants who provide an accepted English proficiency score will be placed directly into our college or high school program or students can apply for our new English Language Institute opening Fall 2024!
• A high school diploma is not required for admissions. However, if you would like to earn one you can enroll in our High School Completion Program and start earning credits towards university while earning your high school diploma.

• Students can start their degree online and then attend in-person at Edmonds College, or choose from over 120 different programs, including 6 Bachelor degrees.
• We will help improve your academic record and enter a university of your choice through resources like our Learning Support Center.  
• We have a 100% university transfer rate and our students transfer to University of Washington, University of California, and more!

• Each new international student with an F1/F2 visa studying 12 or more High school or College credits on campus or online will receive a $500 tuition reduction for a maximum of 3 quarters from Fall 2023 until Spring 2025. This amounts to a tuition savings of $1,500 to students!
  • New students who enroll in Summer 2024 or 2025 will pay in-state tuition and will receive $500 tuition for 2 quarters after that.
  • New students who enroll during Fall, Winter, or Spring will receive a $500 discount for 3 quarters.
  • Questions? Email oip_fiscal@edmonds.edu
• Apply for our $1,000 New Student Scholarship.
• Apply for our Foundation Scholarships. There are over 100 scholarships available each year for students ranging from $1,000 - $5,000.Our application requirements are simple!

Before applying, please review Orientation and school start dates. Please check with your local US embassy or consulate for visa interview times. 

If you want to take one class at Edmonds while attending another school, please email oip_admissions@edmonds.edu to see if you are eligible. 

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Please complete an Online Application Login Request Form. 

Once you receive your Application ID Number and PIN, you can log in and begin yourInternational Programs Application Form. You will also receive your ctcLink number. In the application, you will be asked to complete the following:

• Personal Information
• Program Information
• Application Fee Payment
• Statement of Financial Responsibility

To complete your International Programs Application Form, you will be asked to upload the following documents:

• Copy of an accepted English proficiency score. If you don't have an accepted English proficiency score, you can take a free English placement test (see details above) All English Proficiency scores will be verified. Fraudulent documents will be rejected and admission denied.
• Copy of your current passport photo page
• Copy of a current official bank statement with a minimum balance of $23,488.26 USD (add an additional $4,500 USD per dependent, if applicable)
• Copies of official high school transcripts (high school program students only) in English for every year of high school completed, including ninth grade or the final year of junior high (middle) school
• Copies of visa, I-20, I-94, and transcripts (transfer-in students only)
• Copy of passport photo page for each dependent and completed Dependent Form (if applicable)
• Completed Waiver of Liability and Consent of Medical Information (if applicable)
• Completed Agency Sponsorship Form (if applicable)

Using your ctcLink ID follow the steps to activate your ctcLink account. 

1. Go to the ctcLink Loginpage
2. Click on Activate Your Account
3. Follow the instructions by entering your First Name, Last Name, Date of Birth and ID number. Under 'ID Type', select 'ctcLink ID'.
   • Note: Current Winter 2021 students and returning students with an SID number: You may change the 'ID Type' to 'SID (old)', and enter your SID number.
4. Once all of your information has been entered, click on Submit. If you run into an error, verify the accuracy of the name, date of birth, and ID you entered.
5. You will now be prompted to set up your account. Enter your email, and complete the security question/answer information.
   • Note: enter a personal email address that you have reliable access to. College communications including registration, financial aid, etc. will be directed to this address
   • You’ll need your security answer to reset your password, please remember them!
   • Tech Support CANNOT recover questions or answers for you
6. Create a password that has:
   • At least 8 characters
   • 1 UPPERCASE letter
   • 1 lowercase letter
   • 1 number (0, 1, 2, 3…)
   • Re-enter the password below to confirm.
7. Click on Submit when you are done
8. Your account will be activated right away.
   • Be sure to take note of your ctcLink ID

Pay the $50 application fee on ctcLink and then upload a copy of the receipt to your application. 

How to Pay:

Click through the presentation below and follow the steps.

Request the English Placement Test if applicable. If you have an accepted English Proficiency score, please see the next step. All English Proficiency scores will be verified. Fraudulent documents will be rejected and admission denied. Applicants who provide an accepted English proficiency score will be placed directly into our college or high school program or students can apply for our English Language Institute program!

Examity is an English Placement test taken online prior to your admission to Edmonds College. This is a free test offered to you! We are partnering with our Testing and Assessment Services to offer virtual English and Math testing for accepted international students.

Steps to Take Examity:

• Submit an online application first. You will be given a ctcLink ID number which you will need to take the test.
• Go to the Virtual Testing page to read about the ”Examity System Requirements”
• Once you are ready, complete this form to request your test.
• You will receive a test voucher and can schedule your test date immediately. The voucher will have an expiration date. If you can’t take the test before your voucher expires, please email testingcenter@edmonds.edu to cancel your test voucher. Once we issue the voucher, if you don't use or cancel it, there will be a $28 fee.  
• Keep in mind that English test results may take up to 3 business days if you are required to write an essay.
• When you are done with your test, please email oip_admissions@edmonds.edu

If you are interested in Edmonds College Housing (residence halls or homestays), you MUST complete and submit a Housing Application Form and housing application fee. Spaces are limited! Please apply early and check Housing Application Deadlines.

Apply now for the New Student College or High School $1,000 Scholarship here.

Applicants must be a first-time Edmonds College student. Applicants must submit their unofficial transcript in English from the last school attended showing at least one term of grades with a minimum 3.3 GPA.

What programs are available Edmonds College?
Edmonds College offers different programs to meet students' interests:

• Associate Degree (University Transfer)
• High School to University
• Certificates
• Bachlor of Applied Science Degrees
• English Language Institute (Opening Fall 2024)

Can I complete a four-year degree at Edmonds College?
In general, community colleges do not offer four-year degrees. Applicants who would like to complete a four-year degree can begin their studies at Edmonds College. They enroll in the Associate in Arts or Associate in Science program. The duration of these degrees is approximately two years. Upon completion of an associate's degree, students can transfer to a four-year school and finish the last two years of their bachelor’s degree.

How many students are on campus?
About 12,000 students attend Edmonds College annually, of these about 1,400 are international students from over 65 different countries.

What happens during orientation week?
We explain important information that you will need during your time here as a student. You will also learn about important immigration rules that international students must follow while studying in the United States. This is also a great time for you to meet new students, get to know advisors, faculty, and staff before school starts.

Do I have to attend orientation?
Absolutely! You don’t want to miss all the fun and the opportunity to meet other new students from other countries.  Orientation Week is a great time to learn about the United States and how you can be a successful student at Edmonds College.

I am transferring from another school in the USA. Do I have to attend orientation week?
Yes. Every institution has its own policies and rules. Our orientation will give you information about how to be a successful student at Edmonds College.

What kind of placement test do I need to take?
When you apply, you will be given directions on determining your English proficiency. If you do not have a test score like IELTS or TOEFL, we will have you take an English assessment test to determine your English proficiency. You can also appy for our English Language Institute (opening Fall 2024). Please click here for additional information about English requirements.

What happens if I fail the placement test?
Advisors will work with you on a retest or other options. Students can also apply for our new English Language Institute opening Fall 2024!

If I don’t do well the first time, can I take the test again?
Yes, you can.

I graduated from ESL at another school. Do I have to take the placement test?
Yes. Because each school has different English standards/levels. See additional information about English requirements.

I am not 18 years old. Can I still come to your school?
Yes, minimum age requirement is 16 years old. 

I am 15 years old. Can I still come to your school?
Applicants must be 16 years old by the 10th business day of their first quarter enrolled at Edmonds College. 

Our admissions policy states that, to be eligible, applicants must be at least 16 years old or a high school graduate. Completion of the following is considered as having graduated from high school:

“O” level or higher. Applicants enrolled in “O” level or higher at the time of application are required to submit a letter from the current school verifying enrollment in O level or higher and graduation date from this level. Five (5) General Certificate of Education (GCE) O level subjects graded C or better.
Completion of grade 11 in China
Form 4 - for Hong Kong and Macau

I don’t have a TOEFL score. Can I still apply for the college program?
Yes, you may apply even if you don’t have a TOEFL score. New students take an English assessment test. Your score will determine your class placement. Students can also apply for our new English Language Institute opening Fall 2024!

What is the deadline for admission?
Application deadlines vary depending on a student's English proficiency. 

How long will it take to get my acceptance materials and I-20 forms?
Once we receive your application documents and determine that it is complete, it will take approximately 3-10 business days to send out the I-20 and the acceptance letter. However, if the application is incomplete, the process will be delayed.

How can I pay the application fee?
You can pay the application fee by credit card, personal check, money order, or wire transfer.

What kind of financial statement do you need?
Financial statement can consist of one of the following:

It can be a bank statement that shows the name of the person sponsoring the student, the balance, the date, and official signature or seal from the bank.
If you are sponsored by a government, you must submit an official letter from the government regarding your sponsorship.
Do I need to send transcripts with my application?
Transcripts are only required if you are applying for the High School to University Program. They must be official transcripts, both original and translated into English.

I want to study at Edmonds College but haven’t decided on a major. Is that OK?
Yes. It is often the case that students are unsure of their major when they first arrive. Students are welcome to consult with an advisor for guidance in deciding their area of study.

I do not have enough money to pay for my education. Can I apply for financial aid? Can I get a job on campus?
Unfortunately, international students are not eligible for financial aid. However, there are several scholarships available for international students. Yes, F-1 students are allowed to work part-time on campus. However, there are restrictions on working outside of the campus.

When can I start school?
We have four quarters that you can apply for: Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer. Please refer to our calendar for each quarter start and end dates.

I don’t want to buy health insurance. Is that OK?
All F-1 students are required to purchase health insurance through the school-contracted plan with Lewer Agency. Please see our costs for updated information.

I am going to live with my relatives. Do I still have to show sufficient funds on the bank statement?
Yes, although you will be staying with your relatives, the immigration regulation requires that you submit proof of financial stability in order to issue an F-1 visa.

When do I register for classes?
When new international students arrive, you will attend the new student orientation and take a placement test so that we can help you register for the appropriate classes.

Current college and high school students will register for classes on their own, online, or in person at Enrollment Services.

Can I transfer credits from a school in my country?
It's a possibility. Enrollment Services is responsible for helping you get your foreign transcripts evaluated. We advise that you visit Enrollment Services (Lynnwood Hall, first floor) and meet with credit evaluation staff.

I attended another school in the United States. How do I transfer my credits?
You must have your official transcript mailed to the following address, and request to have your credits evaluated by the Enrollment Services office.