Location

Shoreline Community College is located in Seattle, within a region known as the "Pacific Northwest." The Northwest has some of the most beautiful natural scenery in the United States. It is also home to major industries: software (Microsoft, Adobe), biotechnology (Amgen, Zymogenetics), aerospace (Boeing), coffee (Starbucks, Tully's), and medicine/research (University of Washington, Harborview Medical Center).

Shoreline offers four integrated options

• English as a Second Language (ESL)
• High School Completion
• University Transfer
• Professional and Technical Programs

Academic advisors and support services are available to you at every turn. Coming from abroad is a big step, but preparing for your future is even bigger. Shoreline faculty and staff are here to help!

University transfer (2+2)

By providing personalized advising, we make sure that our students’ hard work brings them closer to their goals. An associate degree at Shoreline is equivalent to the first two years at university. After transferring, you will complete two more years at a university and receive a bachelor's degree (although some highly specialized majors may require additional course work). Some of our most popular majors include business, communications, and engineering.

Top 5 transfer destinations

• University of Washington
• Seattle University
• Washington State University
• University of California--system
• Purdue

Shoreline students are routinely admitted to excellent universities. Here are only a few:

What people say about Shoreline

"I've been consistently impressed with the transfer students from Shoreline. They are always so well prepared and focused on their goals."
-Audrey Hudgins, Assistant Dean, College of Arts & Sciences, Seattle University

"During my time in Shoreline, I have met teachers that are going to be my life-long friends."
-Jocelyn (Journalism, University of Washington), Hong Kong

"I think Shoreline is the best college in the area. Seattle has lots of fun things to do and at Shoreline the people are really friendly, so I can just relax. You'll feel more like home here."
-Billy (Industrial Engineering, Purdue University), Indonesia

High school completion

At Shoreline, international students can receive a high school diploma and transfer to university. The classes they take will satisfy the requirements for a high school and college diploma at the same time.

Students should first:

• Be in strong academic standing.
• Finish the equivalent of 9th grade.
• Be at least 16 years of age.

For most students, this dual course of study does not require any additional time.

No TOEFL requirement

Shoreline Community College does not require you to take the TOEFL. We prefer to assess your English once you arrive, and place you in the appropriate class. With the right class placement, your academic performance is likely to be better, therefore improving your chances of being admitted to a top university. However, if you have taken the TOEFL or IELTS, you will be exempt from ESL if you score the following:

• STEP EIKEN (for native Japanese speakers) – Pre-1st degree
• TOEFL – 72 with a sub-writing score of 21,
• IELTS – 6.0 with a sub-writing score of 6.0

Free support services

• One to one tutoring
• Biology & Chemistry Learning Lab
• Math Learning Center
• Physics/Engineering Learning Center
• ESL Technology Lab
• Writing & Learning Studio

Shoreline Community College is an excellent choice

• Small class size
• Low tuition
• Easy admission process
• Easy transfer to top universities
• Individualized academic advising
• Beautiful, welcoming campus
• Seattle: a vibrant West Coast city

Housing

Most new students live with a homestay family. This means living with an American family that is friendly, knows the area and can offer guidance. Some students prefer to live on their own or with other students in a local apartment or shared house.

Cost of attendance

Tuition and fees at community colleges like Shoreline cost 50%-70%* less, on average, than public and private universities. The cost for one academic year (three quarters) at Shoreline is:

Tuition, Fees & Books: $9,576**
Living Expenses: $7,752
Total: $17,328

* Source: College Board (www.collegeboard.com)
** Please check our website for the most current tuition information.

Applying to Shoreline

Each year there are four intake periods for new students: September, December, March and June. There is no application deadline, but we recommend applying early. To apply, please submit:

• Completed application form
• Transcripts
• Bank statement or other financial documentation
• $50 application fee