Welcome to Green River College
Both virtual and in-person orientation are mandatory for new international students.
We look forward to meeting you at both our Virtual New Student Orientation and In-Person Orientation for placement tests, class registration, campus tours, and Day trip. With Orientation, you start your academic journey at Green River College with success!
Fall 2024 International Student Virtual Orientation
September 4 and 5, 2024
Choose a time that works best for you. Attend only 1 session either morning or evening (times are listed in U.S. Pacific Time [PT] zone). Click on link above to see schedule.
- Intensive English New Students - September 4, 2024 - Session A - 8:00 to 10:00 or Session B - 16:00 to 18:00 (PT)
- Academic New Students - September 5, 2024 - Session A - 8:00 to 10:00 or Session B - 16:00 to 18:00 (PT)
Summer Term New Student In-Person Orientation
September 19, 2024
What to bring to in-person orientation:
- EMPL ID - located at the top of your GRC acceptance letter
- Passport
- U.S. Address
Time | Activities |
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9:30 - 10:00 |
Check-in at the Student Union (SU). View International Programs Main Campus Map |
10:00 - 17:00 |
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17:00 |
Questions/Free Time Activity host family pick up |
Advisor
After you are admitted to Green River College, you will be assigned an advisor. Your advisor will send you a welcome email before orientation.
Registration
Students who have met the English Proficiency Requirements and are eligible for academic classes will meet with their advisor before registering for classes. Halfway through their first quarter, academic students meet one-on-one with their advisor to develop a personal education plan. It includes their major, destination universities, and a 2-year course plan.
Day Trip
Green River provides a "New Student Adventure Trip" for new international students. You will enjoy a traditional campfire, crafts, and other activities with American and international student leaders!
Activity Trip
Green River will also provide a "New Student Shopping Trip" to a destination of interest in and around the Seattle area.
What to Wear
Students and faculty dress casually at Green River. A typical winter outfit is jeans and a pullover or shirt; in the warm summer months, many students wear short pants to class. A light jacket is good to have any time of year.
Questions? Email us: International@greenriver.edu.
Parent Orientation
Family members of new students are invited to join both a virtual and in-person orientation at the beginning of each term. Please be sure to register with with our International Visitors Program. Learn more about Parent Orientation.
Contact Us
Phone: 253-288-3300
Fax: 253-333-4940
Email: international@greenriver.edu
Zoom: Virtual Lobby
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Upcoming Dates
The application deadline for students transferring from within the U.S. is 8 a.m. on Arrival Day.
Summer Term |
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Classes Begin: |
1 July 2024 |
Classes End: |
22 August 2024 |
Fall Term |
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Preferred Application Deadline: |
1 August 2024 |
Orientation Student (virtual) |
4 & 5 September 2024 |
Orientation Parent (virtual) |
6 September 2024 |
Arrival & Housing Move-in Day |
18 September 2024 |
In-Person Orientation Day |
19 September 2024 |
In-Person Parent Orientation |
19 September 2024 |
Classes Start: |
23 September 2024 |
Classes End: |
12 December 2024 |
Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday |
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
Friday - Sunday |
Closed |
Location
Green River College
IVD Building
12401 SE 320th Street
Auburn, WA USA 98092-3699