Green River College (GRC)
Major Intakes
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Ranking
Excellence Recognized Worldwide
Community College in Washington State for International Students (IIE Open Doors Report)
USA Overall for International Student Enrollment
Academic Programs & Deadlines
University Overview / History
Founded in 1965, Green River College is a highly decorated public institution serving approximately 9,000 students, including over 1,000 international scholars from 60+ countries. Spread across a sprawling 180-acre campus surrounded by lush Pacific Northwest forests, GRC is renowned for its world-class "2+2" University Transfer Pathway program and High School Completion option.
Foundation & Key Facts
- Officially recognized as an Aspen Prize Top 150 U.S. Institution for high equitable student success
- Maintains small class sizes (typically 20–35 students) for personalized faculty mentorship
- Hosts the largest biannual university transfer fair in Washington State, attracting over 60+ global universities.
Location Insights (City / State)
Auburn, Washington – A safe, family-oriented suburban community located just 45 minutes south of downtown Seattle, offering immediate proximity to the economic capital of the Pacific Northwest.
About Auburn, WA
Nestled beautifully between Seattle and Tacoma, Auburn offers a quiet, natural environment ideal for studying while keeping global corporate giants, outdoor mountain ranges, and metropolitan city life highly accessible.
Estimated Cost of Study (approximate values per year)
| Expense | Academic Transfer / Associate Track | Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) | Intensive English (IEP) |
| Tuition & Fees | $11,550 | $20,250 | $11,550 |
| Health Insurance | $1,575 | $1,575 | $1,575 |
| Books | $1,050 | $1,050 | $1,050 |
| Living | $10,875 | $10,875 | $10,875 |
| Total | $25,050 | $33,750 | $25,050 |
Career Opportunities
| Companies
& Industry Exposure
|
Job
& Employability |
| Massive regional
pipeline networks with global Pacific Northwest corporate titans: The Boeing
Company, Microsoft, Amazon, Starbucks Corporate, and Nintendo of America. |
Highly acclaimed
for its transfer pipelines |
| Over 85% of pathway track students successfully
transfer into elite 4-year institutions including the University of
Washington, UC Berkeley, UCLA, and Purdue University. |
Admission Procedure
| Admissions
& Test Prep Admission Requirements |
Language
Requirements(Direct Academic Admission | Language
Requirements(Intensive English Program (IEP)) |
| International
Online Application Portal |
TOEFL iBT: 61 | No minimum score required. |
| $50
Non-Refundable Application Fee |
IELTS: 5.5 (no band below 5.0) | Students are tested on campus and placed into corresponding foundational language tracks. |
| Official High School Transcripts or current
University Marksheets (with English translations) |
Duolingo: 95 | |
| Copy of Passport Photo
Page. | Pearson (PTE): 46 |
Funding & International Student Support
| Scholarships
& Financial Aid |
Visa
Process | Additional
Requirements |
| Newly admitted
international students are eligible to apply for New
International Student Scholarships. |
Complete full academic or foundational IEP
admission requirements. | An official
sponsor bank statement demonstrating liquid funds covering a minimum
first-year cost evaluation ($24,000+) and a signed Financial Declaration
form. |
| Furthermore,
continuing students can access performance-based funding via the Green River College Foundation Scholarships after completing their first active quarter. |
Submit verified liquid financial statements to
trigger the SEVIS generation process. | High School Completion pathway applicants must be at least 16 years of
age by their course start date. |
| Receive your official Federal Form
I-20 via secure electronic delivery. | ||
| Clear the mandatory online $350 SEVIS
I-901 fee, complete the DS-160 application form, and schedule your F-1
student visa interview at the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. |
Student Testimonials
Muska
USAGreen River College offers a welcoming campus, supportive faculty, and flexible programs, making it a solid choice for students seeking a personalized and affordable education.
Mac
USAIt has a woodsy feel for it. The campus is very inclusive and accommodating and most of the professors actually care about their students and what they teach.
Barwaqo
USAIt is a great college that respects all people. It has given me a sense of community, and it is serene.
Emma
USALike every college it has its pros and cons. It is a beautiful school and all the teachers are very kind and really want to help their students. Another plus is that the school doesn’t just want you for your money, but they actually want to educate you and help you to be successful. The downside is that there is never any parking!!!
Amena
USABest college ever. Since I came here in the United state from Afghanistan which is a country of war and every one know about it green River was the safest academical place I have ever seen in all of my life. The environment is so academic, teachers are so helpful , they are keeping office hours Beside the class to help the students. Another thing which I really love about this community college is that in this college there are too many students from different countries and international students but there is no difference between them every body gets the equal right and that’s the great point .
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