Start College Before You Turn 18

The college does not desire to replace or duplicate the functions of the local public schools, however underage students may be considered for admission on an individual basis, when space is available.

Underage applicants include those who are:
  • Under the age of 18, and
  • Have not graduated from high school (or equivalent), or
  • Are not enrolled in a High School Student Enrollment Program

The college may admit other applicants under the age of 18 who meet one of the following conditions:

  • Must be at least 16 years of age, or have completed their sophomore (10th grade) year in high school; or
  • Must have started their freshman (9th grade) year in high school and can demonstrate exceptional or extenuating circumstances that warrants early admission to the college.

A decision is made by the Registrar in collaboration with a Dean in Student Affairs or the Director of Advising (or designee) on a case-by-case basis. Criteria for granting an exception are:

  • The individual is competent at an appropriate academic level and/or artistic or technical level to be successful.
  • The individual has the ability and maturity to participate in an adult learning environment.
  • In some cases, the student may be required to meet with the course instructor to determine if admission is appropriate.

Green River College:

  • Is an institution of higher learning and, as such, is an adult environment.
  • Makes no special allowances or accommodations to students because of age.
  • Does not grant parental access to a student's educational records without written consent from the student.
  • Holds all students accountable to the same high academic and disciplinary standards.
  • Reserves the right to request additional information and/or deny any underage enrollment.

Underage Admissions, for those not enrolling in Running Start:

  • Apply online to Green River College
  • Review and complete the Underage Admission Permission Form and obtain all the required signatures. The form must be completed and submitted to the Office of the Registrar prior to each quarter the student wishes to attend.
  • Provide an official transcript from the student's high school.
  • A high school counselor must complete part II of the Underage Admission Permission Form if the student is earning a diploma at their high school.
  • In some cases, the student may be required to meet with the course instructor to determine if participation in the course is appropriate.