Enrollment Services

Choosing Courses in the Class Schedule FAQ

ctcLink is the student self-service portal. Students will do all college business (review class schedules, renroll for classes, pay tuition, review financial aid, check academic progress, view unofficial transcripts, receive messages, and more) through the student portal. 

Learn how to activate and access your ctcLink account.

Visit Admissions for more information and to ensure the classes you take match your skills, needs, and goals.

Interested in seeing which classes are currently scheduled? Use the Searchable Term Class Schedule to see up to date offerings. Please select Cascadia College when using for the first time.

Accreditation

Credits earned at colleges or universities institutionally accredited by one of the following agencies or Ministry of Education are accepted for evaluation to transfer to your degree or certificate at Cascadia. 

• Higher Learning Commission
• Middle States Commission on Higher Education
• Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
• New England Commission of Higher Education
• Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
• WASC Senior College and University Commission
• Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges

No more than 5 credits of "D" level work will be accepted. All courses accepted in transfer from other colleges which are used to satisfy degree requirements must average at least a minimum of 2.0. See Graduation Requirements. 

Students with transcripts from countries outside of the United States will need to have those credits evaluated by an independent professional evaluation agency first.

Getting Your Official Transcripts Evaluated

Students must be in a declared Program/Plan in order for a Transcript Evaluation to be processed. If you are currently in an undecided Program/Plan, submit the Program Update Form to declare your Program/Plan.

1. Request official transcripts to be sent directly to Cascadia College from your previous college and/or university. Official transcripts can be sent electronically to evaluator@cascadia.edu or mailed to:

Cascadia College
Attn: Enrollment Services
18345 Campus Way NE
Bothell, WA 98011

2. Submit the Transcript Evaluation Request Form.

Official transcripts are reviewed and credits are transferred after you have enrolled for classes for your first term. Evaluations are completed in the order in which official transcripts and the Transcript Evaluation Request Form are received. Transcript evaluations may take up to 4-6 weeks. The status of the evaluation request can be tracked in Navigate 360 and students will be notified by email when the evaluation is complete.

If you have earned a four-year degree, you are not required to submit official transcripts unless credits will be used towards a degree or certificate at Cascadia. Unofficial transcripts may be required to provide evidence of placement level before registering for English or Math courses or for courses with a prerequisite of English or Math. Visit Placement for more information.

International Transcript Evaluation

Students with credits from countries outside of the United States will need to have those credits evaluated by an approved independent credentials evaluation agency to convert the coursework into U.S. credit and grading equivalencies.

To request an international transcript to be evaluated and/or transcribed, students should complete the following steps:

1. Choose an independent credentials evaluation agency. Evaluations will be accepted by any agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.
2. If your transcripts are not in English, consider choosing an evaluation agency that provides translation services. Please check with the agency about what documents are required and what services are offered.
3. Request a "course by course" evaluation of your transcripts by the approved independent credentials evaluation agency of your choice. The agency should provide you with your evaluation in a sealed envelope. Do not open the envelope or the documents will be voided.
4. Submit the Transcript Evaluation Request Form.
5. Have the sealed official evaluation report sent to Cascadia College. The official evaluation can be submitted:

• • Mail to:

Cascadia College
Attn: Enrollment Services
18345 Campus Way NE
Bothell, WA 98011

• • Email directly from the credential evaluation agency to:

evaluator@cascadia.edu

• • In person: At the Kodiak Corner, CC1-1^st Floor

Once Cascadia College receives the sealed official evaluation report and the transcript evaluation request form, we will process the evaluation. Transcript evaluations may take up to 4-6 weeks. The status of the evaluation request can be tracked in Navigate 360 and students will be notified by email when the evaluation is complete.

Official Transcripts

All official transcripts feature the College seal and the Registrar’s signature. They are delivered in a sealed envelope or via a secure electronic link. Official transcripts from Cascadia can be requested online through Parchment. There is an $8.40 fee per transcript.

For current Cascadia students:   Order an official transcript online through Parchment here.

• Cascadia credentials verification is required.
• We recommend that the requests are submitted after all current grades are posted. If you are ordering before all your grades are posted, ensure to select “Hold until grades are posted”.
• If your graduation application is pending and you need your degree posted on your transcript, ensure to select “Hold until degree is posted”.

For alumni, past Cascadia students or third party requestors:   Order official Cascadia transcript here.

Ordering Official Transcript Online from Parchment

• Create an account with a personal email address. Do not use school emails to avoid any access issues in the future. Need help with creating an account? Check out the Parchment guide for creating an account.
• Provide student ID number or the last 4 digits of SSN.
• The College processes requests Monday-Friday during business hours only (Monday-Thursday during Summer quarter).
• Requests will be processed within 5-7 business days. During peak times, processing time may be longer.
• Once processed, the official transcript will be sent electronically or via mail as requested.
  • TIP: Some institutions may not accept electronic transcripts. Always confirm the recipient’s information before placing your order.
  • TIP: When electronic transcripts are sent to your email, they become unofficial. Physical transcripts are official until the seal is broken.
• Once the order is placed, Parchment will send an email confirmation with a Document ID Number that can be used to track the order status.

 

FAQs

Can Cascadia College send Official Transcripts electronically? Yes. You can order your official transcript online through Parchment and select electronic delivery.

Can my official transcript be mailed? Yes. You can request your official transcript to be printed and mailed through Parchment. Once it is processed, Parchment will mail your transcript.

Can I request multiple copies of my Official Transcript in a single request? Yes. You can add multiple copies of your official transcript in a single transaction and choose different delivery destinations within a single order.

Can I have an Official Transcript sent to my email address? Yes, however, transcripts sent to your email would be considered unofficial. If you are submitting an official transcript to a school, employer, etc., the transcript would be considered official if it was sent to them by the College directly.  If you want a copy of your courses/grades for non-official purposes, we recommend you view your unofficial Cascadia College transcript online for free.

What is the average delivery time? There are several factors to take into consideration, including but not limited to, geographic region of recipient, inclement weather, school closures, delays with mailing services, etc. These are approximate delivery timeframes:

• Electronic: 3-5 business days
• Mail: 7-15 business days
• International: 21+ business days

Can I check the status of my order? Yes, you can log into your Parchment account to track your order.

Unofficial Transcripts

View and print your unofficial Cascadia transcript through your ctcLink account. If you have any issues or questions, please email enrollment@cascadia.edu.

Note: Former students who attended or graduated prior to Spring 2020 will need to set up a ctcLink account to access unofficial transcripts. Cascadia College now uses a new system for student self-service or new student online system, called ctcLink. As part of this process, all students including former students will be assigned a new ctcLink student ID and login password through the ctcLink system. Learn more and activate your new ctcLink account.

Residency for Tuition and Fee Purposes

As a Washington State public institution, Cascadia College is required to comply with all applicable state laws regarding residency classification (RCW 28B.15 and WAC 250.18). 

State laws require new residents of Washington State to change out-of-state driver’s licenses and out-of-state motor vehicle registrations within 30 days of arrival in this state (RCW 46.16.028 and RCW 46.20.021). New residents should also change out-of-state voter registrations. 

The information provided on a student’s admissions application is used to determine their residency status and whether they qualify for in-state tuition and fees.

Do I Qualify for In-State Tuition and Fees?

Students may qualify for in-state tuition and fees if: 

• They are a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or otherwise eligible under Washington state residency laws; and  

• They have lived in Washington for at least 12 consecutive months before the first day of the term; and  

• They have established Washington as their permanent home by creating legal ties to the state (domicile), such as obtaining a Washington driver's license, vehicle registration, or voter registration; and  

• Their primary reason for living in Washington was not to attend college. 

If You Are a Dependent Student 

Students who are claimed as a dependent by a parent or legal guardian who qualify as a Washington State resident for at least 12 months before the start of the term may qualify for in-state tuition and fees. Students who are claimed as a dependent by a parent or legal guardian who do not qualify as a Washington State resident may not qualify for in-state tuition and fees.  

Need to Update your Residency Status? 

Important: Students should only request to update their residency status if they are charged as an out-of-state resident and believe they qualify as an in-state resident. Requests must be submitted within 30 calendar days of the start of the term. Requests received after the deadline will be reviewed for the following term. 

Submitting a residency request does not automatically qualify a student for in-state tuition and fees. Enrollment Services will review the student's admissions application, residency request, and supporting documentation to determine whether the student meets Washington State residency requirements. The residency status will be updated only if the student is determined to be eligible for resident tuition and fees. Students will be notified of the decision by email. 

Students should review the sections below and select the one that best matches their situation. 

Residency Status Form 

This option is only for current or previous Running Start and College & Career Foundation students whose residency is undetermined. 

Running Start and College & Career Foundation students are not asked residency questions on the admissions application. As a result, their residency status is initially listed as “undetermined”, and they may be charged out-of-state tuition and fees once they start accruing tuition. If this happens, students should complete the Residency Status Form by the 30th calendar day of the term so their residency can be reviewed and determined. Students may be requested to provide supporting documentation. 

Washington Higher Education Residency Affidavit 

Students may use the Residency Affidavit if all of the following apply: 

• They earned a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent; and 

• Have lived in Washington State for at least 12 consecutive months before their first term for reasons other than attending college. Students who have prior enrollment at another college in Washington cannot have taken more than six credits during any given term. Students who exceed this limit must prove their Washington residence is for reasons other than attending college; and 
• Are a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or will apply for a permanent residency in the U.S. when eligible.
  

 

Submit the Washington Higher Education Residency Affidavit to enrollment@cascadia.edu. Students may be requested to provide supporting documentation.  

Note: Students who completed a WASFA application do not need to submit a separate residency affidavit because the affidavit is included in the WASFA process. 

Residency Questionnaire 

If a student does not qualify for the Washington Higher Education Residency Affidavit and believes they may qualify for in-state tuition and fees, they should submit the Residency Questionnaire and supporting documentation for review. 

In some cases, this may include financially independent students who meet the physical residency requirements but do not meet all the affidavit eligibility requirements, or financially dependent students whose residency is based on a parent or legal guardian’s Washington residency status. 

What Students Need to Submit for the Residency Questionnaire

Along with the Residency Questionnaire, students must provide documentation showing where they live, their connection to Washington, and their financial situation. Additional documentation may be requested during the review process. 

Examples of Physical Residence: 

• Lease or rental agreement
• Mortgage documents or proof of home ownership

  

Examples of Domicile: 

• Washington State driver's license
• Washington motor vehicle registration
• Washington State voter registration card
• Evidence of full-time employment in Washington State
• Other documents that show legal ties to Washington State 

Examples of Financial Situation: 

• Federal 1040 tax documents
• Bank statements (students should only submit bank statements upon request)  

 

What Happens Next 

Enrollment Services will review the questionnaire and supporting documents, along with the student’s admissions application, to determine whether the student meets Washington State residency requirements. Students will be notified of the decision by email. 

Special Residency Exceptions 

Military connected students may qualify for in-state tuition and fees based on their military connected status. Contact Veteran Services to determine eligibility. 

Out-of-State Tuition Waiver 

Eligible students may qualify for an out-of-state tuition waiver. Eligibility for the waiver is determined by review through Enrollment Services and is automatically applied to eligible student accounts upon approval and may require additional documentation. See the Waivers section on the Tuition and Fees page for more information. 

Eligible employees of Washington State public higher education institutions may also qualify for residency exceptions. 

Need Help? 

Enrollment Services can help you determine your residency status. 

Email: enrollment@cascadia.edu 
Phone: 425-352-8860 
Location: Kodiak Corner (CC1, 1st Floor) 

• Assessment Score Request

  To request a copy of your Cascadia Assessment Scores, please email enrollment@cascadia.edu with your full name, date of birth, and last four digits of your Student ID number. Requests can take up to 1-3 business days. Only Cascadia scores available.

• Class Enrollment Form * Add/Drop Form

  Students can enroll, add, drop, or withdraw online through the ctcLink account before the Online Enrollment Closes deadline. Launch your student ctcLink account.

  Once the term begins and/or online registration closes, students can use the Class Enrollment Form with instructor's permission via signature on form or emailed approval until the Last Day to Enroll Without a Late Enrollment Fee Deadline. The Class Enrollment Form can be submitted in-person at the Kodiak Corner with photo ID.

  NOTE: Any forms with instructor approval that are digitally signed by instructors must be emailed by the instructor (from the Cascadia.edu email) to enrollment@cascadia.edu.

  Students with holds on their accounts must email enrollment@cascadia.edu with your full name, date of birth, and the last four digits of your Student ID number to address the necessary steps to remove these holds. Requests can take up to 1-3 business days. 

• Change To/From Credit/Audit Form

  For students who are changing their currently enrolled class To or From either Credit or Audit Status. Please note students who are changing to audit status participates in coursework at the instructor’s discretion, but no credit is earned. The course appears as an N grade and is not calculated in GPA by Cascadia.

• Diploma Reorder Form

  For students who have misplaced or lost their diploma.

• Enrollment Verification Form
  • Current Cascadia Students
    • Order your Current Student Enrollment Verification Request.
    • Current students will need to log in with their Cascadia credentials.
  • Alumni, Cascadia Graduates, Past Cascadia Students or Third Party Requests
    • Order Cascadia Past Student or Third Party Enrollment Verification Request.
• Late Enrollment Petition

  Add a class after the 10th day of the term. Students are eligible to add/drop classes during the 10-day add/drop period after the start of the quarter, and do not need to use this form.

• Name Change Form

  Officially update your legal name on your student record.

• Official Transcript Request

  All official transcripts are imprinted with Cascadia College’s official seal, signed by the Registrar, and sealed in an envelope or sent electronically.

• Unofficial Legacy Transcript Application

  Designed to deliver historical student information not coverted into ctcLink during the colleges’ migration to the new system PeopleSoft. If you attended Cascadia College during the years of 2000-2019, you will need to fill out this form in order to retrieve your unofficial transcript.

• Program Update Form

  Officially update your program of study on your student record.

• Release of Information Form

  Authorizes the release of FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) protected student information by Cascadia to a family member, friend, or other person whom you designate.

• Repeat Class Form

  To request that an “R” be posted next to the previous course grade(s) on the official transcript. The lower grade will be removed from Cascadia's Grade Point Average calculation (GPA). Students submit this form after final grades are posted.

  A student may not enroll in a course more than three times, including attempts resulting in a "W" grade. This rule applies to all credit-bearing classes, including those numbered below 100. However, students may enroll in variable credit courses, such as internship credits, as many times as necessary to complete the entire curriculum and earn the required number of credits.

• Petition to Exceed Maximum Enrollment Attempts in a Class

  Students facing extenuating circumstances—such as medical or military withdrawals, a required course for a credential with limited or no substitute options, a significant break in enrollment, grade forgiveness, or mandated training for employment—may petition the Director of Student Advising (or their designee) for permission to enroll in a course for a fourth time by completing the online form for Petition to Exceed Maximum Enrollment Attempts in a Class.

• Transcript Evaluation Request

  Evaluate credits from another college or university and apply the credits towards your Cascadia degree.

These requests-for-withdrawal forms are intended for extreme circumstances only, relating to medical or military-related situations. Please review the instructions on the MS Form in the links below to understand eligibility requirements. The forms cannot be reviewed if turned in after the end of the current term.

• Hardship Withdrawal

  Fill out after the last day to withdraw for a term and PRIOR to the beginning of the following term.

Please review the waiver options below. If you are uncertain if you qualify, contact enrollment@cascadia.edu.

• Tuition Waiver for Eligible Veteran and National Guard Member
• Tuition Waiver for Child or Spouse of POW/MIA/Deceased Eligible Veteran and National Guard Member
• Space Available Tuition Waiver for WA Senior Citizens

  Washington state residents who are 60 years of age or older are eligible to use this waiver. The waiver is on a space available basis with enrollment beginning the first day of the term. Instructor permission is required and online tuition waiver form must be submitted. You must first apply to the college before completing this online form. Contact enrollment@cascadia.edu with questions or support.

• Space Available Tuition Waiver for WA State Employees or WA Public School Teacher

  Cascadia College offers a tuition waiver for permanent state employees employed at least half time, and to public school teachers and certified instructional staff who hold, or are seeking, endorsement and assignment in state identified shortage areas. The waiver is offered on a space available basis only with enrollment beginning the first day of the term. Instructor permission is required and online tuition waiver form must be submitted. Eligible students pay $10 per credit for up to 6 credits and full tuition for additional credits (all fees apply). You must first apply to the college before completing this online form. Contact enrollment@cascadia.edu with questions or support.