New Student Checklist
Becoming a Tiger
Welcome to Seattle Central College! Use the New Student Checklist for detailed steps with links and resources to help you start your educational journey with your best paw forward.
Veterans Services
As a veteran, member of active duty military personnel or dependent, you may qualify for a variety of resources to help you pay for your education.
Create an account on the Washington Community and Technical Colleges (CTC) site to make a profile. If you already have a ctcLink number from another Washington Community and Technical College, log in as an existing user. If you do not otherwise have a ctcLink number or do not remember it, log in as a new user.
Use that profile to apply to Seattle Central College via the Washington CTC site.
Admissions
BE 1104, Enrollment Services Lobby
Admissions.Central@seattlecolleges.edu
206-934-5646
Open Mondays through Thursdays only, 8:00AM-4:30PM
* 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
Read the "Welcome to Seattle Central College!" email from Admissions
* You may need to check your spam folder
* You should receive a welcome email up to 5 business days after applying. Call 206.934.5646 or email Admissions.Central@seattlecolleges.edu if you do not receive the email.
* We can help you with the New Student Checklist and guide your in the right direction. Please reach out to us at TeamSuccess.Central@seattlecolleges.edu
* Contact TeamSuccess.Central@seattlecolleges.edu for personalized tours and information sessions.
Record your ctcLink ID from the "Welcome" email
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
* For more information, check the Testing Office's placement website
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, Enrollment and Financial Services Lobby
206.934.3844
FinancialAid.Central@seattlecolleges.edu
Open Mondays through Thursdays only, 8:00AM-4:30PM
Click for more information: Pay for your classes or for: Tuition rates.
Cashier's Office contact information:
Tuition Office
BE1104, Enrollment and Financial Services Lobby
206.934.4108
Cashier.Central@seattlecolleges.edu
Open Mondays through Thursdays only, 8:00AM-4:30PM
Some students qualify for extra support for tuition, cost of school supplies, and cost of transportation. Please check out Workforce Services and see if you qualify at Start Next Quarter.
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
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
Mandatory New Student Orientation
Students will also need to complete a mandatory New Student Orientation that can be done online at their own pace. All first-term, degree and certificate-seeking students before the end of their first quarter who are active and matriculated must complete this orientation. Students in the following programs are exempt from this requirement: Running Start, Promise, International Programs, Basic & Transitional Studies, Bachelor’s Degrees, Apprenticeship/Pre-Apprenticeship, and Academy of Rising Educator. This course will be available two weeks before the start of the quarter and students will be notified via email once this is available. An in-person orientation is also hosted quarterly, allowing students to take a tour of campus, meet their peers, connect with advisors, and attend workshops.
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
* You will need to be enrolled in courses (for example, Biology, Math, English, Culinary, etc.) before you can obtain a Seattle Central College photo I.D. card. I.D. cards cost ten dollars ($10) which can be paid at the Cashier. Take your receipt from the Cashier to the Photo I.D. center next to financial aid in BE 1104, enrollment services lobby.
Explore our programs - There are a variety of professional-technical and academic plans to choose from.
An academic advisor can assist you with your education plan, choosing classes, obtaining permission codes, and more. You can meet with an advisor on Zoom or in person.
* 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
BE 1102, Academic Planning Services
AdvisorCentral@seattlecolleges.edu
Hours of operation and schedule
First Year and Career Services
First Year and Career Services is dedicated to educating and supporting students as they explore career options, build confidence, and strengthen skills. We offer holistic, culturally responsive career development and coaching to help students achieve their personal, academic, and professional goals.
* Schedule an Appointment | Starfish
First Year and Career Services
BE 1102E, Academic Planning Services
* How to: Register for your classes.
* Search and enroll for classes in ctcLink account. For help registering for classes
* Need a permission code? Connect with an advisor in drop-in advising on Zoom or in person
* Pay careful attention to the academic calendar for adding/dropping deadlines.
* Link to: current academic calendar. (Entire year at a glance - PDF version)
* How to: Enroll in a class.
* How to: Drop/Withdraw from a class.
Registration
BE 1104, Enrollment Services Lobby
Registration.Central@seattlecolleges.edu
206-934-6918
Open Mondays through Thursdays only, 8:00AM-4:30PM