The Admission Process
No matter what you're reaching towards, you're already a few simple steps closer! You just need to complete a few things before you start taking classes at TCC.
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What Quarter Do You Want to Start?
Below you will find quarter starting dates and file completion deadlines.
| Quarter You Want To Start | Application Deadline | Submit Financial Aid Application | Tuition Deadline | Quarter Begins |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2017 | by May 2017 | May 24, 2017 | September 7, 2017 | September 25, 2017 |
| Winter 2018 | by November 2017 | October 5, 2017 | January 2, 2017 | January 7, 2018 |
| Spring 2018 | by February 2018 | January 25, 2018 | May 7, 2017 | April 2, 2018 |
| Summer 2018 | by May 2018 | April 5, 2018 | June 2, 2017 | June 8, 2018 |
What Quarter Do You Want to Start?
Below you will find new quarter start dates and file completion deadlines.
| Quarter You Want To Start | Financial Aid File Completion Date (deadline date) | Class Open Enrollment Begins | Tuition is Due | Quarter Begins |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-2023 School Year | ||||
| Spring 2023 | January 26, 2023 | February 21, 2023 | March 16, 2023 | April 3, 2023 |
| Summer 2023 | April 6, 2023 | May 22, 2023 | June 8, 2023 | June 26, 2023 |
| 2023-2024 School Year | ||||
| Fall 2023 | May 25, 2023 | May 22, 2023 | September 7, 2023 | September 25, 2023 |
| Winter 2024 | October 5, 2023 | November 14, 2023 | December 14, 2023 | January 3, 2024 |
| Spring 2024 | January 25, 2024 | February 20, 2024 | March 14, 2024 | April 1, 2024 |
| Summer 2024 | To be determined | To be determined | To be determined | To be determined |
Attend an Admission Information Session
We offer regular monthly Admission Information sessions on our campuses for prospective students to assist with admission, assessment, orientation and financial aid. For additional help contact Outreach & Recruitment
Apply for General Admissions
Some incoming students have different requirements. To find out if you qualify for as a special admission student see "What Type of Student Are You" below or click here.
Readmitting Students
If you've been gone for more than one quarter, call 253.566.5325 to update your application. Exceptions: Running Start, Fresh Start and ABE students must contact those departments.
Transfer Students
If you're transferring from another college, apply to TCC and learn how to arrange for transcripts.
Take the Next Steps
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Special Admissions Students
If you belong to one of the following categories we have additional resources to help in your admission
Still Have Questions?
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Guidance Counselor Info
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In-State Requirements
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