Special Underage Admissions Process

Admission to EvCC is open to people age 18 or older, those who have earned their high school diploma or GED, and high school seniors who expect to earn their diploma prior to enrolling. However, the Special Underage Admissions process is in place for students who are still in middle or high school and not in a dual credit program, such as Running Start, Youth Re-engagement, College in the High School, or High School Completion. (Students in those programs follow specific policies and should contact the appropriate department if they have any questions.)

Students that follow our Special Underage Admissions process are responsible for understanding and adhering to all college policies. This is an admissions process and not a program. Students who wish to follow the Special Underage Admissions process have to be enrolled in a school district or homeschool network.

Two middle school siblings show their EvCC student ID cards.

Learn about two middle school students who enrolled at EvCC through the special underage admissions process. 

Fall, Winter, or Spring Special Underage Admissions Enrollment

The College does not desire to replace or duplicate the functions of the local public or private schools; however, admission exceptions for students who do not meet our regular admission policy may be considered. For inquiries about the admission process for underage students, the applicant must contact the Running Start office at 425-388-9040 or runningstart@everettcc.edu. The Running Start office handles Special Underage Admissions.

Parents should be aware that the College communicates exclusively with the student, and (unlike the practice at high school) does not communicate with the parents or family regarding student attendance, achievement, class progress, etc. (See FERPA). Regular tuition rates are charged for enrollment by students under these options; financial aid is not available.

For the Summer Quarter please visit, SummerSmart Program. 

How to Apply for Special Underage Admissions and Enroll in Classes

  1. Apply for Admissions:  Apply online in the Online Admission Application Portal (OAAP). Your acceptance email or letter will include your EMPLID number (student number) and PIN. Note: If you already have an existing EvCC student account AND a ctcLink student ID number, you can skip this step.

    Steps for starting a new application. 

    • You will need to select Everett Community College as your intended college.
    • You will be enrolling as a First Year student.
    • You can select either Academic or Non-Award Seeking as your intended program. We recommend selecting Academic if you will participate in Running Start in the future or take classes at Everett Community College after high school graduation.
    • You will select the term you intend to start classes.
    • If you chose Academic as your program, you will need to select a degree or certificate and a focus area. If you chose Non-Award Seeking, you will select Non-degree - Other as the intended degree or certificate and there will not be an academic focus area.
      • It can take 5-7 business days to process your application.  If you do not hear from us within 7 business days, please email runningstart@everettcc.edu.

    The high school information section of the online application.

    • Search for your high school by typing the name. Make sure the County, State, and City information match your high school’s. If you are a homeschooled or middle school student, you will need to select Everett Community College as your high school.
    • Once you select your high school, the address information will auto-populate.
    • For attendance dates, you will need to indicate the attended from date at the high school or homeschool or middle school (i.e, September 1 is recommended) and the attended to date will be the date you’re submitting the application.
    • You will select your current high school grade as your high school completion status. If you are a middle school student, you will select Ninth Grade. If you are a current high school senior, you will select Eleventh Grade.
       
  2. Submit the Underage Quarterly Release Form.  Students must complete an Underage Admissions Quarterly Release Form that is signed by a school district, school, or homeschool official. A PDF of this form can be found below these steps.
  3. Complete the Online Orientation. 
  4. If needed, complete placement. Students must meet placement requirements for the college and all prerequisites for the course(s) they wish to take for the quarter. Step-by-step instructions on how to sign up for the Placement Test can be found here: Placement Test page.  
  5. Review our Class Schedule and complete the necessary steps for registration.  
    1. Look up the class(es) you wish to register for in our Class Schedule under your intended quarter. 
    2. Request instructor permission for every class you wish to take. Instructors' contact information can be found in our online directory.
      Let the instructor know that you are an underage student and you need written permission. The instructor is not compelled to give approval and should be convinced that the student can function in their class. If an instructor says "no" for any reason, you'll have to find a different class. Note: Instructor permission is valid for 2 business days once the quarter starts. If the class is full, you will be added to the waitlist if it's available.   
    3. You will not be able to register for classes online. Forward all emails with instructor permission to runningstart@everettcc.edu for manual registration.
  6. Pay tuition and fees online. Visit our Cashiers Office page for more information on how to make a payment and/or view your tuition and fees.  
  7. Review important dates and deadlines! Visit our Important Dates and Deadlines page for information on registration, payment, and refund deadlines.   
  8. If needed, purchase books and supplies. Visit the Bookstore page.

College Costs

Special Underage Admissions students pay regular tuition rates and are not eligible to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Washington State Financial Aid (WAFSA). Only students with a high school diploma or GED can submit the FAFSA or WASFA application for federal and state aid.

However, you may be eligible to apply for scholarships if you meet certain criteria. More information about scholarships can be found here: Scholarships. 

For information about tuition and fees please go here: Enrollment and Tuition.

Downloadable Forms

Underage Admissions Quarterly Release Form 

Student Services and Resources

Below are some links to resources available to you as a student. If you need assistance with something that you don't see below or in the links, please reach out to us at runningstart@everettcc.edu. We'll do our best to assist you.

Online Student Support Services and Resources

Some student services offices went virtual to help assist students over the phone, tablet, or home computer. 

Bookstore

Visit our Bookstore webpage to find out how to order books online, buy them in person, and more! 

Requesting Transcripts from EvCC

Students are responsible for requesting their transcripts be sent to their high schools. If you are taking more than one-quarter as an underage student, we recommend waiting to order an official transcript as they are not free.