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Office of Admissions
Yakima Campus
Deccio, Building 8
admission@yvcc.edu
509-574-4712
Grandview Campus
Main, Building 56
admission@yvcc.edu
509-882-7015
Welcome to YVC!
Want to find out more about our academic programs? Looking for hands-on help with the admissions process? Learn more about upcoming admissions events at Yakima Valley College!
Interested in Beginning Studies at YVC?
There’s a new quarter starting soon! Contact the college’s Admissions Office for assistance at admission@yvcc.edu or 509.574.4712.
View Our Important Dates Page Summer Quarter Information
Upcoming Admission Events
Bachelor of Applied Science Degree Info Sessions
April 8 - Grandview
April 10 - Yakima
Event Details
Financial Aid Workshops
Get help completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA) from YVC’s financial aid experts! Staff will be available to help answer questions from students and their families in both English and Spanish to help maximize the financial aid you receive.
These workshops are open to the community and free of charge. Parents and guardians are strongly encouraged to attend with their students.
Refreshments will be provided.
Yakima Campus Dates
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| April 30 | 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. | Deccio (Building 8), Room 210 |
| May 21 | 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. | Deccio (Building 8), Room 210 |
Grandview Campus Dates
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| April 22 | 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Grandview Main Building (Building 56), Room 123 |
| May 13 | 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Grandview Main Building (Building 56), Room 123 |
High School & Beyond Events with Yakima Valley Partners for Education
Yakima Valley College representatives will participate in “High School & Beyond” events sponsored by Yakima Valley Partners for Education this winter and spring. The events, which are conducted exclusively in Spanish, provide information to families about post-high school opportunities available to students who will be graduating from high school soon or who recently graduated from high school.
YVC and other local community organizations will share information about their services to help students and their families take informed next steps for their life and career. A warm meal will be provided for everyone during this fun learning experience!
| Date | City | Place | Address | Time |
| 4/16/2025 | Prosser | CCHS | 480 N River Rd, Prosser | 6-8 pm |
Teach, Tour & Taste
Yakima Valley College’s Teaching Winery, Yakima Valley Vintners, and students in the Vineyard and Winery Technology Program, invite the community to an exciting open house at the only teaching winery in the region. The free event is an opportunity to learn about the grapes and wines produced in the Yakima Valley, tour the winery to see the winemaking process, and enjoy tastings of student-crafted, award-winning wines from the Winery Operations class students.
For more information email wine@yvcc.edu or call 509.882.7069 or 509.882.7007.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 4/18/2025 | 5-7 p.m. | Grandview Campus |
Bachelor of Applied Science Degree Info Sessions
Learn how to earn your bachelor’s at YVC
Choose from 5 Programs:
- Agricultural Sciences
- Business Management
- Dental Hygiene
- IT Networking and System Admin
- Teacher Education
Learn More About YVC BAS Degrees
| Date | Time | Campus | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/8/25 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Grandview | Building 51 RM 199 |
| 04/10/25 | 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. | Yakima | Deccio (Building 8) RM 152 |
New Student Orientation
New Student Orientation (NSO) is designed to help you start your YVC journey on the right path. You’ll learn how to navigate campus and get introduced to the people and resources available to support your success. You’ll get an invitation to register for NSO after you apply and complete placement.
New Student Dates & Deadlines
| Event | Summer 2025 | Early Fall 2025* | Fall 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Last Day to Apply and Pay Admissions Fee | May 22 | May 22 | August 12 |
| Deadline for Placement Testing | May 29 | May 29 | August 19 |
| Deadline to Make New Student Orientation Appointment | May 29 | May 29 | August 19 |
| New Student Orientation (Appointment Required) |
June 12 | June 12 | July 22 - 23 or August 26 - 28 |
*Incoming Fall 2025 students who have completed the application process by May 22 are eligible to attend the June 12 New Student Orientation (appointment required).
Learn More About New Student Orientations
Admissions Deadlines
Complete your application by May 22 to start classes in Summer 2025!
Anyone interested in beginning studies at YVC can contact the college’s Admissions Office for assistance at admission@yvcc.edu or 509.574.4712. New students must complete their application online by May 22 for Summer quarter admission.
2024-2025 YVC Viewbook
Questions? Contact Us.
Office of Admissions
Yakima Campus
Deccio, Building 8
admission@yvcc.edu
509-574-4712
Grandview Campus
Main, Building 56
admission@yvcc.edu
509-882-7015