How to Apply

Adult Basic Education classes are designed for adults who are:

• Proficient in the English language
• Not enrolled in high school
• Wish to improve basic skills in reading, writing, and/or mathematics

Tacoma Community College is proud to be an Amazon Career Choice College. This program empowers Amazon employees to learn new skills for career success at Amazon or elsewhere.

Applications for TCC’s bachelor degree programs is a selective entry process, as they typically receive more applications than there are spots available. Application to a program does not guarantee acceptance. 

Applicants will apply to the bachelor program and, upon acceptance, will apply to become a TCC student. You can find application links and additional information here:

• Applying to the Health Information Management (HIM) Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) program
• Applying to the Applied Management (AM) Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) program
• Applying to the Community Health Professional (CHP) Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) program
• Applying to the Advanced Networking & Data Security (ANDS) Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) program

For those who wish to learn a new hobby, pursue professional development or take a class for sheer enjoyment. No grades, tests or papers - classes designed for those who wish to keep learning. Explore Continuing Education and what it has to offer. 

Educational Talent Search (ETS) is a TRiO program through the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Post-secondary Education that provides needed services and support for students in order to build a competitive profile for college admissions. ETS provides outreach to middle and high school students within the Tacoma School District.

Many Healthcare Pathway programs at TCC are selective entry, as they typically receive more applications than there are spots available. Application to these programs does not guarantee acceptance. Note that applying to the college through the ctcLink portal and indicating your intended course of study is a separate process, and this application will not be reviewed by Healthcare Pathway staff. If you intend to apply to one of the Healthcare programs below, please visit the individual program page and follow outlined instructions for application. You can find application links and additional information here:

• Emergency Medical Services
  • Application information for the EMT and Paramedic programs will appear in the "Degrees & Certificates" section
• Imaging Sciences
  • Applying to the Radiologic Science program
  • Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) - Application information to come
• Nursing
  • Applying to the RN or LPN to RN program
  • Applying to the Nursing Assistant Certified program
• Respiratory Therapy
  • Application information will appear in the "Degree Options" section

The Fresh Start program (age 16-21) gives you the unique benefits of completing your high school diploma in a mature environment while accumulating college credit. With Fresh Start, you can benefit from:

• The opportunity to cover cost of tuition and textbooks
• Challenging academic classes
• Ongoing educational planning and advising
• Seamless transition from High School to College

High School+ (HS+) is a comprehensive program that includes high school transcript review, credit for life experiences, and classes to complete high school requirements. Adults age 18 and over are eligible to earn a high school diploma through HS+. The benefit is you don't have to choose between GED and HS+ to get started, TCC's Adult Basic Education (ABE) program can help you choose the right path for you!

TCC offers a well-rounded International programs for students around the globe. International Students can earn two-year associate degrees for transfer to a university or earn a professional and technical certificate. It is also an excellent place to learn or improve your English skills or finish high school.

If you are in the US as an "au pair” or “nanny” on a study exchange (J-1) visa, you are required to participate in college-level academic classes. Our Basic Education for Adults classes are not available to students with a J-1 visa. Apply for admissions at TCC here!

TCC has been recognized as a Military Friendly® college since 2009, and has been awarded the designation again for 2018. TCC offers former service men and women and their families education and training opportunities.

Are you are interested in a professional/technical certificate, associates or a transfer degree and have never attend TCC? Apply for admissions.

Have you taken classes at TCC in the past? Email Admissions@tacomacc.edu to see if you need to complete the application.

Running Start is a nationally recognized program that allows eligible high school juniors and seniors to take college-level courses for double-credit: high school requirements and general university requirements.

As space is available, state employees can take up to two classes or 10 credits allowed per quarter. Complete the State Employee Space Available Tuition Waiver form and submit to Enrollment Services, Bldg. 7.

Senior citizens are eligible for a discount. Please complete the Senior Citizen Tuition Reduction form and submit to Enrollment Services, Bldg. 7.

The SPRUCE Program allows tuition and fee waivers for long-term unemployed individuals to enroll in classes at TCC as long as there is space available. The program works to help discouraged workers reestablish themselves as contributing members of the community.

Undocumented students are welcome at TCC, and follow the same application process as all other general education students. For information, tips and support regarding the application process, contact our Retention Coach, Marco Flores (email) (habla español).