Limited Services
As a result of the governor’s Stay Home, Stay Safe order issued on Monday, March 23, 2020, the campuses and learning centers of Yakima Valley College remain closed to the public through the end of Fall quarter, except for select Workforce Education programs that require limited in-classroom instructional activities.
All buildings including the bookstore are closed to the public.
Your calls and emails are important to us!
While the campuses are closed to the public, we want you to know, We are working, we are just working differently. Please be patient, many of our staff are working remotely. If your call is not answered, please leave a message with your contact information so we can return your call.
YVC: We Are In This Together
Summers Hours: College Closed on Fridays until September
Admissions: Yakima & Grandview
Physical offices are closed to the public and students.
Yakima Hours
Mon-Fri. 8 AM-5 PM
Grandview Hours
Mon-Thurs. 8 AM-5 PM
Fri. 8 AM-12 PM
Athletic
NWAC has cancelled through spring season. Physical offices are closed to the public and students.
Office Hours: 8-5:00 PM.
509.574.4720
rfunk@yvcc.edu
Bookstore
The YVC Bookstore is closed. If the “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order is extended, we will adjust our operating hours. We will continue to accept textbook orders online with free shipping, though you may experience longer shipping times than usual. Any purchases returned via shipment to our stores will be processed when we receive them. We will keep you informed of any updates as circumstances change. 509.574.4625 yvccbookstore@yvcc.edu
Free shipping in Washington on all website orders including textbooks.
Campus Re-Entry
As the governor pursues a phased approach to re-opening Washington’s economy, community colleges are now allowed to conduct some very limited in-person instructional activities. These activities are only possible for a small group of Workforce Education (WED) programs.
Yakima Valley College campuses are closed to the public through Fall Quarter 2020.
Students in specific WED programs and all Staff must complete certain procedures to re-enter campus.
Campus Security at 509.574.4610
Cashiering
Physical offices are closed to the public and students.
It is strongly advised to pay your tuition and fees online or by telephone.
Yakima Cashiering Hours: Monday – Friday 9:30 AM -3:30 PM
Grandview Cashiering Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8 AM – 5 PM, Friday: 8 AM – 12:00 PM
Payments may also be mailed to the YVC Cashier’s Office; PO Box 22520, Yakima, WA 98907-2520.
509.574.4660 cashier@yvcc.edu
College and Career Readiness
Physical offices are closed to the public and students.
Open 9-3 pm Monday-Friday.
It is strongly advised to communicate via email or telephone.
509.574.6850 ccr@yvcc.edu
Computer Labs/Testing Labs
Buildings are closed to the public and students.
All Pearson Testing including GED, NES, and WEST-B is closed until further notice. If you already had a test scheduled you should receive an email from Pearson.
Counseling and Advising: Yakima & Grandview
Physical offices are closed to the public and students.
It is strongly advised to communicate via email or telephone.
counseling@yvcc.edu 509.574.4956
Dental Hygiene Clinic
Open for 2nd-year students and their patients only. Enhanced cleaning protocol in place. For more information: 509.574.4917
Disability Support Services
Physical offices are closed to the public and students.
It is strongly advised to communicate via email or telephone.
dss@yvcc.edu 509.574.4961
Dorms
Open and operating under normal hours. Social distancing and enhanced cleaning protocol observed. 509.574.4885
Ellensburg Learning Center
Physical offices are closed to the public and students.
It is strongly advised to communicate via telephone.
509.201.1269
Events & Activities
Campuses are closed to the public and students.
Financial Aid: Yakima and Grandview
Physical offices are closed to the public and students.
It is strongly advised to communicate via email or telephone.
509.574.6855 finaid@yvcc.edu
Fitness Center
Physical offices are closed to the public and students.
Office Hours: 8-5:00 PM. Open to calls or email during office hours.
509.574.4720
arice@yvcc.edu
Flagger Classes
Physical offices are closed to the public and students.
It is strongly advised to communicate via the telephone.
509.574.4745
Larson Gallery
Closed to the public and students.
509.574.4875
Library: Raymond
Libraries are closed to the public and students. Email and voicemail are monitored and will be responded to as soon as possible; try the Ask a Librarian. Books may be returned in the blue library book drop south of Raymond Hall. Calculators may also be returned there if wrapped in padding.
509.574.4991 refdesk@yvcc.edu
Library: Grandview
The library is closed to the public and students.
Email will be checked frequently and answered as soon as possible. 509.882.7034
Media Center
Physical offices are closed to the public and students. Email and voicemail are monitored and will be responded to as soon as possible.
509.574.4982 media@yvcc.edu
Placement Testing: Yakima & Grandview
Physical offices are closed to the public and students. Placement testing is available for you at home. Students who have applied to YVC paid the admissions fee, and have received their acceptance letter with YVC Student ID number are eligible for this option. A student applying for Running Start can also test at home.
Recent high school graduates (classes of 2020 & 2019) should first email their transcripts and test scores to admission@yvcc.edu for processing. More information on the placement options. To take the assessment at home, please email testingservices@yvcc.edu your name and YVC ID number. Testing Services staff will get back to you with instructions on how to take the assessments. You will need reliable internet access. If you need to take the math placement test, please make sure you have the correct technology by checking the requirements here.
There is no charge for the English assessment and a $20 fee for the math exam.
Running Start applicants should email their applications and other paperwork to runningstart@yvcc.edu. An advisor will get back to you with testing information.
All Pearson Testing including GED, NES, and WEST-B is closed until further notice. If you already had a test scheduled you should receive an email from Pearson.
Registration
Physical offices are closed to the public and students.
Yakima: Registration will be open 8-5:00 PM Monday-Friday.
Grandview: Registration will be open 8-5:00 PM Monday-Thursday. Friday 8-11:00 AM.
It is strongly advised to communicate via email or telephone.
509.574.4700 registration@yvcc.edu
Running Start: Yakima & Grandview
Physical offices are closed to the public and students.
It is strongly advised to communicate via email or telephone.
runningstart@yvcc.edu 509.574.4970
Security
Operating normal hours. Physical offices are closed to the public and students.
509.574.4610
Student Emergency Fund
The Department of Education has released guidance that limits CARES Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students that have submitted a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Help is available if you need assistance completing your FAFSA. Following their guidance, we have established a simple online form for you to acknowledge that the disruption to campus operations has had a financial impact on you and your household. Submit Emergency Fund Application
Financial Aid 509.574.6855 finaid@yvcc.edu
Student Life: Yakima & Grandview
Physical offices are closed to the public and students.
Sunnyside Learning Center
Physical offices are closed to the public and students.
It is strongly advised to communicate via telephone.
509.837.9623
Technology Services Helpdesk
Physical offices are closed to the public and students. Working normal business hours.
Employees: Staff and Faculty may complete a HelpDesk job ticket found in the portal or call 509.574.4717 for assistance.
Students: Students may email or call 509.574.4717 for assistance.
helpdesk@yvcc.edu
Toppenish Learning Center
Physical offices are closed to the public and students.
It is strongly advised to communicate via telephone.
509.834.4550
Online Tutoring Services
Physical offices and tutoring centers are closed to the public and students.
Live help is available online throughout the day, evenings, and weekends. Please visit Online Tutoring Services to view all online tutoring options.
WorkFirst
Physical offices are closed to the public and students.
Normal hours are 9-3:00 PM Monday-Friday.
It is strongly advised to communicate via email or telephone and avoid in-person communication.
509.574.4583 workfirst@yvcc.edu
Writing Center
Physical offices are closed to the public and students.
Our writing consultants are available by Zoom, email, and phone. Additional writing help is available on our webpage or via the online consultation form,
Yakima 509.574.4829
Grandview 509.882.7073
Yakima Valley Vintners
Tasting Room closed. Online purchasing options may soon be available. 509.882.7069 wine@yvcc.edu