Highline College

Highline College serves more than 14,000 students each year, with students of color making up more than 80% of enrollment. The 80-acre campus is in Des Moines, Washington, and students can live in Campus View student housing. Campus activities include Global Fest, Thunderbirds Athletics, student journalism, cultural and inclusive programming, and opportunities to join linked learning communities with connected courses. The MaST Center Aquarium and Federal Way Higher Education Center are also part of Highline's locations and activities.

Academic options span transfer degrees, career technical programs and seven applied bachelor's degrees. Students choose from pathways in Art, Design & Communication; Business, Hospitality & Tourism; Education, Human Services & Law; Health, Wellness & Fitness; Humanities & Social Sciences; and STEM. Highline also offers ELCAP for students learning English, earning a GED or completing high school, as well as an Exploratory pathway for students considering their options. Programs may lead to certificates, two-year degrees or four-year degrees.

International students should plan for the college's entry process, which includes an online application, English and math placement, orientation and class enrollment through ctcLink. Placement may use transcripts, previous test scores, skills surveys, transferred credits or placement scores rather than a test. Orientation is required before enrollment for first-time college students. Advising can help students create an academic plan, choose courses and connect with resources. Some programs, including Registered Nursing and applied bachelor's degrees, have selective admissions and additional application steps.