Fall is the perfect time to join Edmonds College
07/24/26
At Edmonds College, the message is simple: you belong here, no matter your background or journey. Whether you are a recent high school graduate, reconnecting with education later in life, or experiencing a career pivot, your journey is valued, and your potential is limitless.
Our campus is not just a place to earn a credential; it is a community designed to meet you exactly where you are today and propel you toward where you want to be. For those just starting, Edmonds offers a launchpad to elite heights that rivals that of any university.
Take Emmalynn Kuenning, who arrived from Mountlake Terrace High School with a passion for aerospace and a need for an affordable foundation. By diving into the college’s rocketry club and into undergraduate research, she is gaining the academic experiences that make her stand out.
“I joined everything that I could,” said Kuenning, who also participates in clubs like the Society for Women Engineers (SWE) and Mathematics, Engineering, Science, Achievement (MESA), and is a member of the women’s soccer team. “These aren’t just clubs and activities. They are hands-on training.”
Her campus activities helped her stand out and eventually land a prestigious internship at Blue Origin—an opportunity earned by only 1% of applicants. In the upcoming year at Edmonds, Kuenning, a mechanical engineering major, will serve as president of both SWE and the Rocketry Club, which she will help prepare for the International IREC competition in the summer of 2027. Her story shows what's possible at Edmonds.
Similarly, Janice Tjandra, an international student from Indonesia who arrived on campus at age 16, took advantage of opportunities at Edmonds that helped lead her to the University of California, Berkeley. With guidance from the Office of International Programs (OIP), she joined the Indonesian Club, where she found her friend group right away. Tjandra eventually landed a job with the college’s academic advising office and also worked in the Chemistry Lab. Both jobs gave her valuable experience, and in the lab she received faculty support that propelled her into a high-level chemistry research program at Cal Berkeley.
“I feel like the instructors are amazing and the lab work helped me prepare for all the things I was going to do at Cal,” Tjandra said. “I think all I learned from Edmonds College transferred over to Cal and it really helped me build the fundamental concepts and better understand all the material I’m learning.”
For others who might be changing careers or reconnecting with education later in life, Edmonds is a place for a radical pivot or a "do-over" to find a sense of purpose. Russ McMorrow went directly into the military out of high school and then became an electrician. At the age of 55, his world was turned upside down after an on-the-job car accident left him unable to continue his line of work. Through the Washington Department of Labor and Industries, McMorrow found Edmonds and entered the construction management program. Despite initial reservations, McMorrow found a welcoming community and classmates, and graduated with an AA in June.
“Being an older adult and getting back into academics has been both challenging and enjoyable,” McMorrow said. “I learned a lot, and after interacting with younger students, the administrators, and the instructors, it has been a good eye-opening experience. Not knowing anything about academics or how the school system works, the staff and faculty made it an easy experience.”
Edmonds also understands that for many, the path to education includes overcoming significant hurdles. Ryan Henry used his lived experience with addiction and incarceration to find a new calling in the college's addiction studies program. At Edmonds, students like Ryan aren't just studying theory; they are channeling their personal history into professional impact with the help of faculty who provide the training to turn hardship into purpose.
“I’m really excited for what comes next,” said Henry. “I’m just so enthralled to be able to help individuals that have come from my environment and to show them that there is a path forward.”
To support the diverse journeys of students, Edmonds offers a comprehensive safety net, including a campus food pantry, childcare services, mental health counseling, financial aid assistance, and over $340,000 in annual scholarships, ensuring that life’s challenges don’t stand in the way of your degree.
This fall, your goals are within reach, and you won't have to reach them alone. With tuition that is as much as one-third the cost of local universities, transfer pathways to universities like the University of Washington (and even California, Berkeley!), and hands-on training for in-demand jobs, Edmonds is the most accessible choice for your future. And if you want to earn a bachelor’s degree but do not want to change schools, Edmonds has options for you with new innovative bachelor’s degrees in fields like robotics & AI, computer science, manufacturing, IT, family studies, healthcare administration, and behavioral health.
Edmonds offers the flexibility of evening and online classes, as well as the chance to earn college credit for your real-world work experience through its Prior Learning Assessment. With the Swift Orange Line and light rail connections delivering you right to our doorstep, getting here is easier than ever.
Fall enrollment is now open—our team is ready to guide you through admissions and financial aid, and ensure you meet all eligibility criteria for your unique academic journey.