Scholarships Available!
Housing Discount Available!
Welcome to International Student Programs
Highline College offers both virtual and in-person services.
Our office is located on the Highline Campus in Building 25, on the 5th floor (see more information to the right). Please do not come to campus if you have symptoms related to COVID-19.
ISP staff is also available by email, phone and Zoom. Please visit our ISP Zoom Lobby during Drop-In Hours (see table). (You can also join with meeting ID: 400-533-578.)
ISP Hours (starting September 30):
Monday-Thursday | Friday | |
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ISP Office Open / Appointments Available | 8 AM - 5 PM | 8 AM - 2 PM |
Drop-In Hours (In-Person) | 10 AM - 2 PM | 10 AM - 2 PM |
Drop-In Hours (Zoom) | 10 AM - 2 PM (and 5 PM-6 PM Tuesday only) | 10 AM - 2 PM |
Hours are subject to change.
To request an appointment (either in Zoom or in person), email int@highline.edu. Include your name, ctcLink ID if you have one, the topic you wish to discuss, and a range of dates and times (in WA time zone) that you are available. Note that staff may not be available outside of normal operating hours.
Highline College is a place where faculty and students learn from each other and work together to build a global community right here at Highline. Our campus is a place for students to develop new friendships and get involved in academic, athletic, cultural and social activities.
Whether you are interested in computer science or hospitality, nursing or business, cultural exchange or studying in the U.S., Highline has a place for you.
Future Students
If you are searching for a place to study in the United States where you can meet new people, be supported in your studies and be part of a community, get a certificate or transfer to a 4-year university, Highline has opportunities for everyone. Take a look at our Future Students section to learn more about what we offer.
Housing
Highline offers international students the unique opportunity to live right on campus in a brand new apartment complex located only steps away from your classrooms and student resource centers. View our housing page for more information about our apartment dormitory and other housing options in the area.
ESL Programs
Highline partners with Kaplan to offer English Language courses. If you need to practice your English to improve your TOEFL or IELTS score, or prepare for academic studies in the U.S., you can study ESL through Kaplan. View the English Proficiency page for information about Highline ISP’s English requirements.
University Partners
Students can save thousands of dollars by attending Highline College before transferring to a 4-year university. Highline Partners with many universities in the United States and internationally to offer Conditional Acceptance to a 4-year university for students who are admitted to Highline College. See our list of University Partners, and read more about popular university transfer options on our University Transfers page.
Tuition and Resources
Learn more about the costs of attending a university on the Tuition and Costs page. Once an international student completes their first quarter at Highline College, they may become eligible to apply for a Scholarship and/or On-Campus Employment. Note that scholarships are competitive and students must meet all eligibility requirements to be considered.
Contact Information
ISP Office Location: Building 25, 5th floor Email: int@highline.edu Phone: (206) 592-3725 Fax: See our Contact Us page. Emergency Phone: see our Contact Us page.Please see our office hours at left.
Highline College will be CLOSED on the following dates:
Friday, October 18
Monday, November 11
Thursday, November 28
Friday, November 29
Mailing Address
Highline College
International Student Programs M/S25-5D
P.O. Box 98000
Des Moines, WA 98198-9800
USA