College Policies – Edmonds CC Student Freedoms

I. Freedom of Access to Higher Education

The policy adopted by the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges ensures that any person who wishes to enroll in a Washington state community college will be admitted if the student is able to profit from the curricular offerings of the college, provided that such admission is not inconsistent with the best interest of the applicant, other students, the orderly operation of the college, and that space is available. Within these provisions, Edmonds CC operates an “open door” admissions policy. Persons over 18 years of age, or who have earned a high school diploma or GED certificate, are eligible for admission. Applicants who at the time of registration will not be 18 years of age and are not high school graduates, must each provide a letter from his or her high school principal authorizing the college to admit him or her.