With our many academic options, you can earn the training, certificate or degree  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.

Types of Students

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New Student

New students who have never applied to Yakima Valley College before. Welcome!

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Returning Student

Students returning who have applied before but have been gone for more than a year.

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Transfer Student

Students who have earned credits at a previous college or university.

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Applied Bachelors

Students who want to pursue a Bachelor of Applied Science degree at YVC

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English Language Courses

Students attending YVC for English Acquisition (ELA).

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GED & Adult Basic Skills (ABE)

Students taking GED preparation courses or those taking Adult Basic Education courses. 

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Running Start Students

High School students who are interested in Running Start can earn both high school and college credits.

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High School Completion

High School students wanting to complete high school at YVC rather than their assigned high school. 

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Underage Students

Students under age 18 years of age not enrolled in Running Start but want to enroll is courses. 

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International Student

Students who live outside the United States or have recently moved to the U.S.

 

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Non-Degree Seeking Student

Students who want to take classes but are not seeking to complete a degree or certificate.

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Veterans

Students who are vetarns can take advantage of our outstanding veteran support services.

 

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