New Student Checklist

Create an account on Washington Community and Technical Colleges (CTC) site to make a profile
Use that profile to apply to Seattle Central College via Washington CTC site

Apply Today!

* If you're applying for Financial Aid, your program must be something other than undecided
* If you're not sure what you want to study, choose AA-DTA (Associate of Arts Degree - Academic Transfer)

* You can change your academic plan by contacting Registration.Central@seattlecolleges.edu after your application is processed
* You may return to the Washington CTC site to check your application status
* Expect your application to be processed within 5 business days after applying

* Your admissions application is valid for three years

Read the "Welcome to Seattle Central College!" email from Admissions

* We can help you with the New Student Checklist and guide your in the right direction. Please reach out to us at TeamSucces.Central@seattlecolleges.edu
* Contact TeamSuccess.Central@seattlecolleges.edu for personalized tours and information sessions.

* You may need to check your spam folder
* You should receive a welcome email 3 to 5 business days after applying. Call 206.934.5646 or email Admissions.Central@seattlecolleges.edu if you do not receive the email.

Record your ctcLink ID from the "Welcome" email

* This is your student ID number (EMPLID) that is assigned to you. It begins with a 1 or 2.

Use ctcLink ID to activate ctcLink (personal student) account

* Review and update your preferred name
* Review and update your contact information (email, phone number, address)

Use ctcLink ID and password to create MySeattleColleges login and password

* ctcLink ID is your student ID number
* MySeattleCollege is your student username
* Your student email (generally firstname.lastname@seattlecolleges.edu) will not work until you enroll in a class

Use MySeattleColleges login to access and familiarize yourself with Starfish

* Starfish is where you connect with student support (ie. schedule appointments with an advisor)

Use ctcLink ID and password to access and familiarize yourself with Canvas

* Canvas is where you find and interact with your classes (ie. materials from your instructor and new student orientation)

Save the student account reference guide for easy account access

Use the Secure Funding Checklist as a guide to funding sources and Financial Aid

A Funding Navigation Specialist is available to help you understand your financial aid options. Email Tsetsen.Anuurad@seattlecolleges.edu for help.

Click for Secure Funding Checklist

Financial Aid Office
BE 1104
206.934.3844
FinancialAid.Central@seattlecolleges.edu

Complete placement (for most programs, you'll need English and Math placement). You can bypass placements by emailing your name, ctcLink number, and unofficial transcripts to Admissions.Central@seattlecolleges.edu

English Assessment

Math Assessment

* Or review other options for completing placement (transcripts, test scores, etc.)
* For more information, check the Testing Office's placement website

Register for your classes

* Search and enroll for classes in ctcLink account. For help registering for classes

* Connect with your advisor if classes require a permission code

Use MySeattleColleges login credentials to set-up and access college email

* All MySeattleColleges resources are in the last link in "Technical Tools" above

Meet with your advisor

* Schedule an Appointment | Starfish
NOTE: Though not required, you are highly encouraged to meet with an advisor by the end of your first quarter. They can help you choose the right classes and help decide on an academic plan.

Advising Office
BE1102
206.934.4068
AdvisorCentral@seattlecolleges.edu

Pay for your classes

Tuition rates

Confirm when and where your classes are happening
Locate and review all your classes' syllabi in Canvas

* Syllabi are typically in Canvas 1-2 weeks before classes begin
* Some class syllabi and modules will not appear in Canvas until the first day of class

Purchase books and supplies you need for classes

* New and used paper and e-books are available from the campus bookstore to rent or buy
* Our bookstore is only available online

Learn your options for commuting to campus
Get your Seattle Central Photo I.D. card

Tuition Office
BE1104
206.934.4108
Cashier.Central@seattlecolleges.edu

Explore Central campus and neighborhood
Review additional student services to see if these communities are for you
Review student support programs to see if there are resources for you
Review student organizations and clubs to connect with other students