International Student Services

From Edmonds CC to Cornell University

"Studying in Edmonds CC was a valuable experience. It helped me to adapt to the new American culture. One thing that I learned is to take initiative. You may get it if you ask for it, or you will never have a chance. I think this helped me prepare for upcoming challenges, not only in my further studies, but also in my career"

From Edmonds CC to the University of California, Berkeley

I came to Edmonds Community College for spring quarter 2001.I was going to major in tourism, and a study-abroad agency recommended Edmonds CC because it has a great program in Tourism. I took ESL for 2 quarters. I truly enjoyed studying in ESL. I think that is a good starting point to get used to American education and American life.

Student Goes to Purdue University

From Edmonds CC to Hawaii Pacific University

I chose Edmonds CC because I had a great impression when I visited the international student office (ISS). I met a French girl that answered all of my questions, based on her experience. It made me feel confident about my choice. As a result, I applied to Edmonds CC and began attending classes in the Fall of 2002.

From Edmonds CC to the University of Buffalo

My major was accounting. I studied in Edmonds CC for six quarters. Although ESL class is more fun, I like college classes as well. Compared to the university I am attending, the size of EdCC’s college classes is smaller and professors are more accessible. I could easily find help whenever I needed it.

Edmonds Student Succeeds with University Studies

“I worked alongside other students from the University of Washington, and I knew more practical applications than many other students because of the Edmonds specialized lab technician program, so they called me “Dr. Sinisa!” ”

From Edmonds CC to the University of Washington

"Studying in Edmonds CC was a valuable experience. It helped me to adapt to the new American culture. One thing that I learned is to take initiative. You may get it if you ask for it, or you will never have a chance. I think this helped me prepare for upcoming challenges, not only in my further studies, but also in my career"

My first quarter at the University of Washington… Student impressions

“ Edmonds CC is a great place to come to improve your English and become used to the American culture. You can really get to know people when you are in a small school like this one. I still live in Lynnwood because the rent in Seattle or near the University of Washington is really expensive. At Edmonds CC the teachers are really good and they prepared me well for my engineering classes. They were tough, but I learned a lot.”

From High School Completion program at Edmonds CC to the University of Washington

"I went to the University of Washington Business School. I sat for an interview and was accepted on the spot! I majored in Information Systems and Finance"

Bulgarian student transfers to University with scholarship

"I am transferring to Bethany College in West Virginia. I got a scholarship for international students, based on GPA and my SAT score. "

An Indonesian student transfers to Seattle Univeristy

"Edmonds was a great place to start my American education. It was easy to transfer to my new school because I received a degree from Edmonds”

An Indonesian Student Works for the School Newspaper at University of Washington

She worked as a copy editor for the student newspaper, The Review, and was on the design committee for Between the Lines, the college's art and literary magazine. Her experiences at Edmonds gave her the information and skills she needed to be successful at the University of Washington when she transferred for her bachelor's degree in journalism and English literature.

Transfer to Central Washington University on Edmonds CC campus

"I transferred to CWU for Summer quarter 2002. The transfer of classes was a simple task, thanks to the close relationship of the two institutions. The Direct Transfer Agreement allows students to transfer easily, without having to fill out tons of paper works"

Horticulture Therapy Student Goes to Kansas State University
Testimonial of Yoko Kimura- JAPAN

I chose Edmonds CC because I thought the one-year horticultural therapy certificate program would suit me. I had also met someone who had graduated from Edmonds CC in the horticultural therapy certificate program. I am now doing a Master’s degree majoring Horticultural Therapy at Kansas State University.