Get Started at North Seattle College
North Seattle College (NSC) is an open-access college which means that all students are welcome! To get started at NSC, follow the steps below:
Apply for admission at NSC by completing the Online Admissions Application.
If you need support completing your application, please email NSCAdmissions@seattlecolleges.edu .
Fill out the Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA) online.
The WASFA is a great option for students who do not qualify for federal aid, or who do not want to fill out the FASFA. If you have questions about the WASFA or need help completing an application, book an appointment via Starfish with your Funding Navigator. You can also attend a drop-in WASFA Workshop.
Explore Workforce Funding.
Our Workforce Education Office offers several funding programs to provide additional support for eligible students.
Once you have been admitted, take our online New Student Orientation (NSO).
NSO is a mandatory online course for all students new to North Seattle College. NSO is available anytime online, making it easy to complete at your own pace. Through this orientation, you’ll receive timely information, learn student success tips, and get connected to essential campus resources to help you start strong.
Connect with your Advising Office.
Find out how to connect with your advisor and work with them to sign up for classes.
If students have any questions about residency and how it impacts the registration process, please contact Fleetwood Wilson at Residency.North@seattlecolleges.edu .