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No matter where you’re going, Yakima Valley College (YVC) is the place to start.
With our many academic options, you can earn the training, degree, or certificate you need to get a great job, or you can earn credits that transfer to a four-year university.
YVC now offers several applied bachelor’s degree programs. Explore them now to learn how you can widen your career options in these high-demand fields.
Express Enrollment Days
June 22, July 20, August 3 (Yakima)
June 21, July 19, August 2 (Grandview)
Get ready to start your degree or certificate in Fall 2023 — get hands-on assistance completing the application process, starting an application for student aid, taking placement tests and exploring academic pathways with an advisor! No appointment is needed to participate in our Express Enrollment Days.
Express Enrollment Days – Yakima Campus (South 16th Ave and Nob Hill Blvd)
- June 22 — 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Deccio Higher Education Center (Building #8)
- July 20 — 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Deccio Higher Education Center (Building #8)
- August 3 — 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Deccio Higher Education Center (Building #8)
Express Enrollment Days – Grandview Campus (500 W. Main Street)
- June 21 — 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Grandview Main (Building #56)
- July 19 — 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Grandview Main (Building #56)
- August 2 — 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Grandview Main (Building #56)
If you need to complete both your application for admission and an application for financial aid, please make sure to arrive by 5 p.m. Please plan to pay YVC’s $30 application fee via credit/debit card.
What do I Need to Bring to YVC’s Express Enrollment Days?
New first-time students and recent high school graduates should bring:
- Test scores (SAT or ACT)
- High school transcript
- Transcripts showing any college credit for Running Start or other programs
Transfer students from another college should bring:
- College transcript(s), official transcripts from another college must be brought sealed
- Placement scores from a previous college, if possible
For financial aid assistance during Application Days, students are encouraged to bring the materials listed below for themselves and from parents/guardians. These documents may not be available to all students, but do not let it discourage you from participating. Volunteers will be able to help get your FAFSA or WASFA application started with whatever information you can provide.
All information and documents shared with volunteers will be kept private and confidential. Information will only be used to help students and families apply for financial aid.
- Social Security number and/or card (if applicable)
- DACA work authorization number and/or card (if applicable)
- Driver’s license or state identification card (if applicable)
- If you were born after January 1, 1999 bring parent(s) and their 2021 income data (W-2s or year-end pay stub and/or 2021 tax return)
- If you were born before January 1999, are married, have dependents you support or are active in or a veteran of the U.S. armed services, bring your 2021 income data (W-2s or 2021 tax return)
- A valid email address for establishing Federal Student Aid ID (FSA-ID)
- Student’s tax return & W-2s if employed in 2021
For financial aid assistance during Application Days, students are encouraged to bring the materials listed below for themselves and from parents/guardians. These documents may not be available to all students, but do not let it discourage you from participating. Volunteers will be able to help get your FAFSA or WASFA application started with whatever information you can provide.
All information and documents shared with volunteers will be kept private and confidential. Information will only be used to help students and families apply for financial aid.
- Social Security number and/or card (if applicable)
- DACA work authorization number and/or card (if applicable)
- Driver’s license or state identification card (if applicable)
- If you were born after January 1, 1999 bring parent(s) and their 2021 income data (W-2s or year-end pay stub and/or 2021 tax return)
- If you were born before January 1999, are married, have dependents you support or are active in or a veteran of the U.S. armed services, bring your 2021 income data (W-2s or 2021 tax return)
- A valid email address for establishing Federal Student Aid ID (FSA-ID)
- Student’s tax return & W-2s if employed in 2021
Open-Door Policy
YVC is committed to an open-door policy and encourages the use of its post-secondary educational opportunities and services by the whole community. All community members, whether or not they possess a high school diploma, may enroll at the college without regard for their past educational record.
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