North Seattle Community College


Welcome to North Seattle Community College, one of the best places to study! We are one of the top community colleges in the state of Washington.


General Information:

  • Over 6500 total students
  • nearly 600 international students from 50 different countries .
  • Degree, certificate, and intensive English programs


    • North Seattle Community College is a fully accredited two-year state-supported public college located in the beautiful city of Seattle on a beautiful campus 10 minutes from the University of Washington and 20 minutes from downtown Seattle. It has innovative technical programs and an excellent academic reputation.
    International students come from every region of the world to study at NSCC. International students are active in campus activities including NSCC North Stars, International Association and student government!
    COSTS AND IMPORTANT DATES
    Application fee: USD$50 (non- refundable) 

    International students on a non-immigrant visa (F, M, J, L, A, etc.) are considered to be “non-resident” for tuition purposes.

    The following costs are estimated expenses for a 3-month period. Costs are subject to change without notice.  

                                                               International ESL                                                 College Level  

    Full-Time Tuition   

    		 $2,400 $2,648 

    College fees: *see below           

    		$83  $83 

    Medical Insurance                        

    		$202 $202 

    Books:                                

    		 $300 $300

    Living Expenses:                  

    		 $2,440 $2,440 

    Bus Pass:                                       

    		$80 $80 

    Total ESTIMATED expenses              $5,505       per quarter                                        $5,753  per quarter

    *computer lab, wellness center, based on home stay and other basic and personal expenses

    Important Dates

    Winter 10 January - March  

    Spring 09 April-June  
      Orientation: December 29-31, 2009 Orientation: March 31- April 02
      Classes Start: January 04 Classes start: April 06
      Classes End: March 24 Classes end: June 19
    SUMMER 09 June-August

    Fall 09 September- December

    Orientation: June 23-25

    Orientation: September 22-24

    Classes Start: June 29 Classes Start: September 28
    Classes End: August 21

    Classes End: December 16

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