The Evergreen State College

We live in a world that’s interconnected and in a state of continuous change. Education should reflect that. At Evergreen, you have the freedom to chart your own course and forge a brighter future for yourself and the world. College should be your time and space to dig deep and dream big. At Evergreen, we go beyond majors and minors. Here you can layer your interests and design your own degree, choosing from more than 60 fields of study. Or select one of 11 curated Paths of Study to achieve your goals.

Whether you build your own route or select a defined Path of Study, you will study interconnected subjects that reflect real-world complexity. Learn Biology and chemistry together, as they exist in the natural world. Explore a different country through its language, history, geography, and culture. Discover how the environment, art, and gender studies are all connected. Acquire an education that prepares you to think, create, analyze and solve problems.

Freedom to Explore Your Interests and Create Your Own Unique Education

Choose the subjects that are most compelling to you without being limited by traditional majors or minors. You can combine subjects from different disciplines to create a degree that is truly all your own.

Evergreen also provides structure and guidance to help you make the most of your time here. We can help you develop a Path, which is an intentional plan for your educational journey. Your Path will help you stay on track and taking the courses and programs that are just right for your interests.

Path to Your Degree

With this interdisciplinary approach, you'll build knowledge and skills that break through academic boundaries to achieve your future goals.

• Explore - Discover new subjects, build key skills, and broaden your knowledge.
• Refine - Refine your interests and try intermediate or advanced work.
• Dig Deep - Add depth with practical and field experience through community-based learning or in-depth research.
• Focus - Apply what you have learned with a capstone project or internship that will prepare you for work or graduate school.

International Students

International high school students should take the courses needed to gain admission to a university in your home country. Compare your studies to the preparatory course work described for Freshman Applicants and make sure that you have taken classes in composition, mathematics, geography and culture, science and a foreign language, like English.

International transfer students should complete a variety of courses in the arts and sciences, for example: the humanities, social sciences, natural science and art. Compare your studies to the admission requirements for Transfer Applicants.

Graduate international students interested in the Master of Environmental Studies, the Master of Public Administration, or the Master in Teaching should review the admission requirements for each program and then visit International Graduate Admissions.

English Language Proficiency

• TOEFL: a score of 79 or higher (iBT) or a score of 550 or higher (paper)
• IELTS: a score of 6 or higher
• Duolingo English Test: a score of 105 or higher
• SAT: combined critical reading and math composite score of 1,100
• ACT: composite score of 24
• Sufficient grades in two college-level English composition courses at a U.S. college or university
  • “B” (3.0) or higher in both English Composition 101 and English Composition 102 or equivalent
  • A total of 40 transferrable quarter hour credits

How to Apply for Admission

1. First you need to determine if you are going to apply as a First-Year Student or apply as a Transfer Student. Once you have completed the application and paid the $60 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee you can move to the next step. If you are interested in our masters programs please visit the Graduate Studies pages for more information.
   
2. Request your official academic transcripts from all secondary schools and colleges or universities attended. Usually these transcripts are sent by the school or college directly to Evergreen. If your primary language of instruction is not English, official academic transcripts will need to be translated by a Certified Service (PDF). The service you select should send the translated, official transcripts directly to Evergreen.
   
3. Request your test scores as described in the English language proficiency section above.
   
4. An application statement is optional, but it can be helpful to understand your background and interests better.

First Year Students

Application Requirements

You are considered a first-year student if you are currently in high school, have not attended college after high school or after receiving a high school equivalency (like the GED).

First-Year students qualify for admissions when they’ve completed all college preparatory coursework in high school and have an unweighted cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.

As a first-year student your application will include:

• An online or paper application
• A $60 application fee (waivers available)
• Official high school transcripts that originate from either a school, college, or a digital transcript service
• Official SAT or ACT test scores, or an essay with Test Optional Admissions

Admission Criteria for First Year Students

• Test Optional Essay
• Running Start/Concurrent Enrollment
• Home School and Unschool
• GED or Other High School Equivalencies
• 25+ Years Old (Alternative Admissions Process)

Transfer Students

Application Requirements

You are considered a transfer student if you have attended college after earning a high school diploma or equivalent.

Transfer students qualify for admissions when they have a cumulative college GPA of 2.0 or higher, and a 2.0 GPA or higher in their last quarter or semester attended.

As a transfer student your application will include:

• An online or paper application
• A $60 application fee (waivers available)
• Official college/university transcripts

If you have less than 40 transferable credits you will also need to include:

• Official high school transcripts
• Official SAT or ACT test scores, or an essay with Test Optional Admissions

Graduate Application Process

• Bachelors Degree
• Transcripts
• Letters of Recommendation
• Resume

Academic Certificate Enrollment

• Complete the Online Enrollment Form
• Register for Classes
• Activate Your Accounts
• Pay the Enrollment Fee

Student Life

Evergreen feels like home - with more options! You’ll find recreation and athletics opportunities galore, student groups and clubs, locally sourced food, great coffee and more. This is a community made for exploring. Go on, poke around and make this community yours!

Greener Culture

Student Activities supports groups that represent your interests in art, music, spirituality, culture, politics, environmental issues, gaming and more. Whatever your thing, you’ll find it here! Also check out:

• KAOS, Evergreen's volunteer-DJ'ed, community radio station
• The Cooper Point Journal, your student-run newspaper
• The Evergreen Gallery, student shows and special exhibitions

Our neighbors are oceans, mountains, rain forests and two of America’s coolest cities - Seattle and Portland! There’s plenty to do in and around Olympia too.

Living and Dining on Campus

There are so many benefits to you living on campus - no commute, a beautiful environment, easy access to great events and free internet!

Dining on campus offers flexible, easy ways to get healthy and yummy sustainable food options. Plus there are cozy places to spend quality time together with your friends.

And Evergreen’s 1,000-acre campus has winding trails, lush forests, an organic farm that sells fresh produce, and its own beach on Puget Sound. There’s no other college like it.

Wellness, Recreation and Athletics

Student Wellness Services is your go-to resource for medical care and counseling services on campus.

Geoduck Athletics are a great way to jump in, stretch your skills, create new relationships and have an awesome time.

The Costantino Recreation Center (CRC), our extensive athletics complex, offers plenty of outlets for fitness, exercise, self-discipline and other activities to keep your body and spirit healthy.

Diversity on Campus

The House of Welcome's Education and Cultural Center promotes Indigenous arts and cultures through education, cultural preservation, creative expression and economic development.

BIPOC & LGBTQ+ Intersectional Support Services (BLISS) assists students with their academic, social and professional goals.

Student Affairs supports our diverse community with equity resources, advising, training and funding community events.

The Veterans Resource Center helps you access the benefits you have earned through your service to our country.