There are a variety of resources available to students to help meet the costs of college attendance. Early planning and thorough research is helpful in securing funds within the timeframe the student is seeking to attend. Advisors can refer students to programs to find out if they are eligible and learn how to apply. A
Quarterly registration dates are prioritized based on the number of credits earned at Highline, allowing students with the most credits the earliest registration time. The class schedule is published online just before registration begins. Students and advisors should review the class schedule in advance of their registration date and time, so students are ready to
This may be the number one advisee question! Students have a wide variety of course options at Highline College. Advisors can help students identify appropriate classes by asking students about their academic goals, interests and background. If the student has identified a certificate or degree, advisors can show students how to access degree audit to
Many classes at Highline are considered transferrable. The transfer institution determines which classes will be accepted and how they apply towards their requirements. Most institutions provide a course equivalency page which makes transfer planning easier. And many 4-year institutions have advisors dedicated to assisting transfer students with their admissions planning. Highline’s Transfer Center regularly hosts
There are many options at Highline and beyond. As a community and technical college, Highline does not offer “majors”; however, advisors can encourage students to dedicate time exploring their interests, goals and values to select an academic program that is a good fit. Career Coach, the Career and Employment Center, and WOIS are key resources
Some of your advisees may come to see you due to academic probation, to discuss course withdrawal options, or for general advice when they are struggling academically. Although all students are unique, research shows time management is an issue many students need to learn in order to balance their studies with their responsibilities and interests
For students who have earned credits, it is important to have a plan for completing remaining degree requirements. Most of Highline’s transfer degrees are general, allowing students flexibility to meet transfer institutions requirements. Students seeking more specific professional-technical (AAS) or Associate of Science (AS) degrees should work closely with their faculty advisors to stay on
Students may be blocked from registration for a variety of reasons. The Advising Tool is a web application that allows advisors to review a student record, including common blocks to registration. Advisors can guide students to view their own registration blocks by logging into myinfo.highline.edu. Registration and Records provides an overview of common blocks.
For students transferring between Washington State community and technical colleges, the common course numbering system identifies equivalent courses. Students still need to have transcripts officially evaluated to determine how courses from another institution will apply towards their requirements at Highline. If the student is not seeking a credential from Highline, but is requesting to use
The official source for a listing of academic programs is the college catalog. The Programs A to Z page also lists academic options alphabetically by area of study. New, or exploratory students might find Highline’s Pathways to provide a good introduction to the options. Pathways makes it easy for student to explore options and find
