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Every Green River student starts here. Whether you are earning your first degree, transferring in, returning after time away, or taking a single class, admission comes first.

Explore your admission options, learn what you need to apply, and find the resources to begin your Green River experience.

Wait! Are you an International student, a Running Start student, or are a student looking to apply for English Language Learning programs? You may have a different timeline, admissions requirements, or processes to review first! Please visit our Getting Started Steps for more info.

Admissions Dates and Deadlines

Our admissions application is free and applying is easy. Application processing times vary based on the quarter for which you are applying, but are typically processed within 3 to 5 business days.

If you need any assistance completing your admissions application, assistance is available! Please see the Welcome Desk, Getting Started Specialists, or Office of the Registrar (hours to the right).

You'll also get familiar with Green River College by going through our Getting Started steps.

Quarter Application Deadline* First Day of Quarter Application Link
Fall 2026 September 7, 2026 September 21, 2026 Apply for Fall
Winter 2027 December 21, 2026 January 4, 2027 Apply for Winter
Spring 2027 March 22, 2027 April 5, 2027 Apply for Spring
Summer 2027 June 21, 2027 July 5, 2027 Apply for Summer



 

*GRC has a quarterly admissions deadline: Admissions Applications must be submitted 14 days prior to the start of the quarter. This is to ensure enough time to complete all entry processes, or Getting Started Steps, by the start of the quarter. If you apply after the deadline, your application will be active for the following quarter to give enough time to prepare. To request an exemption to the admission deadline, please fill out this Admission Deadline Exception Request Form.

What Happens Next?

        1. Your application should be processed within 3-5 business days.
        2. You will receive a Letter of Admission via email from otr@greenriver.edu to the email address used to make your account (if a prospective GRC student already exists in the ctcLink system, their Preferred Email will be used). This letter will include your ctcLink ID number, the quarter you plan to begin, the program you selected on the application, and your residency for tuition paying purposes. Make sure to save this email and ID number for your records.
        3. After receiving your Admission letter, you will get 1-2 other emails with instructions on how to sign into your GRC student email account, other online tools, and how to do placement and orientation.

If you have questions regarding your submitted application or need to update any information, please contact the Office of the Registrar at otr@greenriver.edu or call us at (253) 288-3383.

If you were hoping to start right away, but missed the application deadline, please complete the Admission Deadline Exception Request Form to request an exception. A decision will be made and a response provided via email within 3 business days.

FAQ

How do I know which degree or program to select on the application? In most cases, you can select a degree or program from our Areas of Interest which most closely matches your career goals. The Academic Transfer AA-DTA is a general associates degree which may be good for students still exploring their options at the point of admission (this is also most advisable for Running Start students). In most cases, you can update your program with an advisor after admission.

Can I get an exception to the application deadline?Application deadlines ensure that you have enough time to complete all entry processes, or Getting Started Steps, by the start of the quarter. If you were hoping to start right away, but missed the application deadline, please complete the Admission Deadline Exception Request Form. We will let you know the determination via email within 3 business days.

I’m transferring from another college. Which of my credits apply at Green River? Send us your official transcript and request an evaluation. Once admitted, an Academic Advisor can review your records with you to plan your classes.

I applied more than a week ago, but haven’t heard back. What do I do? Your admission letter was likely sent to an unexpected email account or junk mail folder. Please contact us to update your contact information and have your Admission letters resent.

 Why does my application status say ‘Cancelled’? Your admissions application was likely cancelled because you are already have an active ctcLink student account. Please check your email for more info.