Whatcom Community College

Name: Spring New Student Orientation
Start: 2026-04-06T16:00+00:00
End: 2026-04-06T18:30+00:00
Location: Heiner Center (HNR)

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Begin your studies online in your home country or on-campus in the U.S.

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Important Dates

Admission deadlines, first day of classes, orientation and arrival.
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Costs & Payments

An exceptional education, beautiful campus and facilities and excellent student support and resources at an affordable price.
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Programs of Study

Earn credits or a degree towards transferring to a four year university, complete your high school diploma or improve your English language skills.
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University Transfer

Whatcom’s most popular program is the university transfer program. The Associate in Arts and Sciences degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year university to complete their bachelor’s degree. Whatcom’s International Programs staff are experts in advising students on transfer to top universities throughout the U.S.
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International High School Completion Program

Earn a WA state high school diploma and an associate degree (university transfer) at the same time.
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Housing Information

Students 17 years and older can live in on-campus housing in a state-of-the art residential facility. Students under 17 are required to live with local homestay families.
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WCC's New Student Orientation is intended for students who have completed steps 1-4 of the enrollment process.

Here's how our New Student Orientation will help you get ready for your academic journey:

You'll feel more confident and learn about campus life and engagement opportunities.
You will connect to the Advising and Student Success teams and learn about helpful campus resources and career pathways.
You will get ready to hit the ground running and learn how to prepare for academic success.
The campus tour will help you locate your classrooms, library resources, campus bookstore, food pantry, and more.

Make sure you have completed enrollment steps 1-4 and RSVP here!

If our in person Orientations don't work for your schedule, you can complete our online New Student Orientation .