SS 3.0 - Admissions :

Any applicant applying for admission to Edmonds College shall be admitted when, as determined by the Registrar or other designee, such applicant:

• Is competent to benefit from course offerings of the college, and
• Would not, by their presence or conduct, create a disruptive atmosphere within the college, inconsistent with the purposes of the institution, and
• Is eighteen (18) years of age or older, or
• Is a high school graduate (or has achieved a GED equivalent).

Special Programs Admissions

Special programs, also referred to as student enrollment options programs under WAC 131-12-010, and the Office of International Programs, may allow applicants under the age of 18 to be admitted to Edmonds College. These applicants are governed under the rules and regulations of the following programs:

• Running Start - Juniors or Seniors in high school are eligible and must contact their high school counselor or the Edmonds College Running Start Office for specific application criteria.
• Adult Education - Students age 16 and over who meet the provisions of Title III of the Adult Educational Act may enroll in certain English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes and Adult High School provided they demonstrate measurable academic progress and an ability to benefit.
• Edmonds Career Access Program (EdCAP) and Other Enrollment Options Programs - Students who participate in programs that fall under the guidelines of agreements or contracts between local school districts and Edmonds College may enroll. Applicants must contact the program office to obtain specific application criteria.
• Office of International Programs - Underage international students must follow the admission and eligibility requirements set forth by the Office of International Programs.

Age 16 and 17 Applicant Admissions- (not included in the Special Programs section above)-  

High school students, including home-schooled students, or other applicants ages 16 or 17 who do not have a high school diploma or GED, may apply to Edmonds College once the following conditions have been met:

• Complete the following by the first day of the quarter in which enrollment is desired.
  • Obtain a permission form or letter from their home high school or district office giving permission to take classes at Edmonds College.
  • Complete the college’s application process, including placement testing and/or assessment when appropriate.
  • Complete the Underage Application Request Form.

Underage applicants who do not apply under the special programs option, and who do not have a high school diploma or GED, are required to register during open enrollment.

Under the Age of 16 Applicant Admissions -(not included in the Special Programs section above)

Applicants under the age of 16 who do not have a high school diploma or GED are not allowed to enroll in classes at Edmonds College. Exceptions are made on a case-by-case basis by the Registrar, or other designee, once the  following conditions have been met:

• The parent or guardian must submit a letter describing the reason an exception should be made.
• The parent or guardian and the applicant must meet with the Registrar, or other designee.
• Complete the following by the first day of the quarter in which enrollment is desired.
  • Obtain a permission form or letter from their home high school or district office giving permission to take classes at Edmonds College.
  • Complete the college’s application process, including placement testing and/or assessment testing when appropriate.
  • Complete the Underage Application Request Form.

Underage applicants who do not apply under the special programs option, and who do not have a high school diploma or GED, are required to register during open enrollment.

SOURCE INFORMATION
(was) C 5.3.100 Admissions Policy

(was) C 6.7.500 R101 General and Underage Admissions

WAC 131-12-010 Minimum standards for admission to a community or technical college.

CONTENT OWNER. The primary responsibility for this policy belongs to:
Vice President for Enrollment and Student Services

PRIMARY CONTENT CONTRIBUTOR (Director/Dean)
Registrar

REVIEW PERIOD
Three years. Requires President’s Leadership Team approval.

REVIEW HISTORY
2024-Feb 01  Approved by President’s Leadership Team

2015-Dec 16  Approved by President’s Cabinet

2012-Apr 20  Amended and Approved

2009-May 11  Adopted