Basic Education for Adults: Start Here

Welcome to Basic Education for Adults at TCC!  

We're glad that you are interested in continuing your education at TCC. We are currently enrolling for Fall quarter and look forward to working with you. For current TCC students, check in with your advisor.  

 

Start the online process by completing the following steps:

Step 1: Apply to Tacoma Community College for free (skip this step if you are a TCC Student with a student ID number).

• Complete TCC's online application for admission. You will need to create a username and password before logging in. 
  • Under the program, select Transitional Studies.
  • Under Degree or Certificate, select one of the following: 
    • ABE: Reading/Writing/Math – if you are interested in building your skills to college level. 
    • English as a Second Language – if English is not your first language and you will like to build your English skills.
    • High School Equivalent/GED – if you are looking to take support classes in preparation for the GED tests. 
    • High School+ - if you are 18 or older and looking to earn your high school diploma. 
  • You should receive a welcome email with your ctcLink ID (student number) within two to three business days of applying.     \

Step 2: Email High School Transcripts, ONLY for HS+ students. (approx. 5-10 minutes)      

• While a high school transcript is not required to participate in HS+, it is encouraged that you submit one if you believe you've earned any prior credits. Email a copy of your unofficial high school transcript to:
  • Last Names A-L: Stephen Foster - sfoster@tacomacc.edu
  • Last Names M-Z: Nikki SnowKing - lsnowking@tacomacc.edu
• You can request your HS transcript from the last high school you attended, please continue with the next steps while waiting for your transcript to arrive. 

Step 3: Complete the Assessment for English and Math.   

• Take your time to read the Directed Self-Placement for English guidance and to complete the Reflective Writing assignment at the end of the form. If you already have an English placement or placed in English 101, you do not need to complete this English DSP. 
• Review the Directed Self-Placement for math to determine the best starting point for yourself. Unsure of which ABE math course is a good fit?  Watch TCC's ABE Math DSP video (36 minutes) that covers problems you will see in the different ABE math levels.

Step 4: Book an appointment with your Navigator

• Last Names A-L: Stephen Foster - Book an appointment with Stephen here
• Last Names M-Z: Nikki SnowKing - Book an appointment with Nikki here