International Programs

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Green River College International

GRC International students transfer to top universities

2023 graduates transfer to top universities. UC Berkeley  (ranked #4 according to US News World Ranking) and the University of Washington, Seattle (ranked #6 according to US News World Ranking) were some of the most popular transfer destinations. - Learn More. 

Green River College International Programs prides itself on the great programs and services it offers. Our goal is to help you achieve your dreams, whether it is to transfer to a top university, finish high school, better your English, or experience the American college life.

"We are committed to helping students achieve their dreams, transform their lives, and make the world a better place." - Dr. Wendy Lee Stewart, Vice President of International Programs

Our Programs

University Transfer

Our 2+2 transfer program offers students an opportunity to start their 4-year bachelor's degree. We have University Transfer Pathway agreements with over 40 universities.

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High School Completion+

Complete high school & college credits at the same time. A fast track to a US university degree and an excellent option for High School Exchange Students.

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Intensive English

Prepare for academic study at American colleges & universities. Small classes & personal attention from highly qualified instructors allow you to study at an intensive pace.

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Gap Year

Provides an opportunity for students who want to study abroad in the U.S. during the "gap year" between secondary education and university.

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Testimonials

Testimonials

Hear from alumni about their experience at Green River College.

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Peer Mentoring

Peer Mentoring

In Foundation for Success (FFS), experienced international students mentor new students as they adapt academically and socially.

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Take a Tour

Launch Experience

Green River College, a two-year government supported college founded in Auburn’s Lea Hill neighborhood in 1965, stretches over 180 acres of beautifully forested land.

Approximately 8,739 students study at Green River, with 749 international students from more than 60 countries (22-23).

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Contact Us

Phone: 253-288-3300
Fax: 253-333-4940
Email: international@greenriver.edu
Zoom: Virtual Lobby

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Top 10 Reasons to Choose GRC

  1. A leader in university transfer
  2. Award-winning college
  3. Individual advising to help you meet your goals
  4. On campus student housing
  5. Great programs including Intensive English and High School Completion
  6. Peer mentoring and leadership development programs
  7. Beautiful campus surrounded by forest and trees
  8. University Transfer Pathways agreements with 40 four-year universities
  9. Active student life on campus
  10. New modern buildings and facilities
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Location

Green River College is 45 minutes south of Seattle, Washington in the USA.

Green River College is situated in Auburn, Washington, a city with a population of 77,000. Auburn has a large shopping mall, several movie theaters, a concert venue, parks, and athletic facilities. 

  • 45 minutes to Seattle
  • 25 minutes to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
  • 2 1/2 hours to Vancouver, Canada
  • 2 hours to the Pacific Ocean beaches
  • 2 hours 40 minutes to Los Angeles (by plane)
  • 2 hours 10 minutes to San Francisco (by plane)