North Seattle College

For over 50 years, Seattle Colleges (North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College) has been a popular destination for students from around the world as well as a leader among community colleges in providing high quality international programs. Enrolling at Seattle Colleges offers many great benefits, including lower tuition and fees, smaller class sizes, dynamic and interactive teaching styles, and personal attention and support.

Seattle Colleges is the starting point for many students who transfer to top universities across the country. Seattle Colleges also offers a variety of career training and short-term program options. Strong academic preparation and advising services, small classes, an innovative integrated studies program, broad e-learning options, and a variety of transfer guarantees with four-year universities contribute to student success. 

North Seattle College’s campus offers a unique mix of both city life and natural beauty. Student artwork, a community garden, and environmentally protected wetlands surround classroom buildings. On a lucky day, students might even spot the pair of ducks that calls the campus home. Community involvement helps many students develop a close connection to and affinity for Seattle as both a city and a home. Engaging in social and political discussions on campus or volunteering at non-profit organizations are just some of the ways North students like to get involved in their community.

Students enjoy and appreciate North’s convenient location. A large, commercial district with shopping and eating options is located near the east side of the campus, and a residential neighborhood borders the college on the west side. North’s campus is connected by subway to downtown, the University of Washington, and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. A major public transit center is also within walking distance and offers frequent, reliable bus and subway service to anywhere in the city and across the region. 

Why North Seattle College

• Location: As one of the most exciting and dynamic cities in the United States, Seattle has much to offer when it comes to quality education, diverse career opportunities, incredible culture, and beautiful nature.
• Campus: North Seattle College's unique location offers both urban and residential benefits. Walk to nearby Green Lake, enjoy plentiful shopping, or hop on the subway and be downtown in minutes.
• Community: Seattle Colleges attracts students from all around the world. Those looking for a high-quality yet affordable education in a vibrant and thriving city find their home here.
• Staff Support: Seattle Colleges boasts an outstanding team of dedicated faculty and staff who are here to help students every step of the way. The International Programs (IP) Division has several core areas and offers a wide variety of services to international students, including admissions and housing support, academic and immigration advising, personal counseling, and more.