Get Started with Entry Advising

Entry Advising is here to help you get started on your educational journey at Highline. We are so excited you are here. We understand that each person’s educational journey looks different, and we are here to support you in this process.

Ready to Get Started?

Entry Advising is where you will receive personalized help with every step in the admissions and pre-enrollment tasks in order to enroll in classes. Connect with an Entry Advisor soon. We look forward to meeting you!

Complete the online admissions application. ( If you have a ctcLink account from another community college in Washington, please use that to log into the application.) Check the email you used in your application to receive your admissions letter and your next steps. You will receive a student ctcLink ID number, an important number you will use as you continue your studies at Highline.

• Some of our programs (Running Start, Registered Nursing AAS , and Bachelor of Applied Science degrees ) have selective admissions and additional application processes.

College costs include tuition, fees, transportation/parking, and books/supplies. There are numerous funding sources available to Highline College students including scholarships and grants that do not have to be paid back. Many of our students graduate debt free. The first step is to apply for financial aid.

• Your ctcLink account is used to enroll and pay for classes, manage financial aid, access student records, etc. Once you have received your ctcLink ID number in your admission letter, you can activate your account. If you have a ctcLink account from another community college in Washington, you may use the same number.
• Your myHighline account provides access to online resources and tools, such as student email, Canvas and Google. The ITS Department will send you an email with instructions on how to activate your account.

Your Entry Advisor is here to support you in this process so you will be ready for next quarter’s registration! Students will complete a ‘Get Started! Questionnaire‘ in their admissions letter and schedule a meeting with an Entry Advisor. If you do not receive the questionnaire, connect with Entry Advising .

Determine Math & English Placement

For most English and math courses, you will need a certain level of skill. We determine that by assessing your reading, writing, and math skills.

Placement helps to identify which classes are right for you, through a variety of methods; it is not just a test. Learn more about placement measures.

Getting familiar with college and Highline’s campus resources is important to your success. Student orientation is encouraged for all students, but it is required before enrolling if this is your first time attending college. Sign up for orientation.

During Orientation You Will Explore Degree Pathway Options

• Select a Degree Pathway: There are many educational opportunities at Highline, including certificates, and 2-year and 4-year degrees. Before you begin taking classes, it will be important to select a Degree Pathway that fits your personal academic or career goals.
• Explore career options: Career and degree exploration assistance is available through the Career and Student Employment (CASE) and Counseling Center.

Although optional, but students are encouraged to meet with an Academic Pathway Advisor during their first two quarters .

Advisors will help you create your academic plan, choose courses, clarify and explore pathways, connect you with resources, and match you with a faculty advisor who will work with you on your degree path .

Enroll in classes once new student class enrollment has begun. It’s easy to enroll in ctcLink. Use your Academic Advisement Report and class schedule to locate available classes to enroll in. View the tutorial on how to enroll in classes using ctcLink.

Pay for your classes by the quarterly payment deadline. Follow up with your funding sources to confirm eligibility or sign up for a payment plan.

Prepare to Succeed

Make sure to be ready for your first day of classes! Here are some resources to help get you ready.

• Buy your textbooks and supplies.
• Learn about Canvas and remote learning.
• Learn about campus resources.
• Set up academic accommodations.
• Explore Academic Support programs
• Learn about student parking options
• Familiarize yourself with the Highline Catalog and your Rights and Responsibilities as a student.

Office Hours

• Get Started
• Apply
• Explore Funding Options
• Activate ctcLink Account
• Activate myHighline
• Placement Methods
• New Student Orientation
• Choose Your Degree Pathway
• Enroll in Classes
• Pay Tuition & Fees
• Student Records