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  • Important Dates

    Important Dates

    Admission deadlines, first day of classes, orientation and arrival.

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  • Costs & Payments

    Costs & Payments

    An exceptional education, beautiful campus and facilities and excellent student support and resources at an affordable price.

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  • Programs of Study

    Programs of Study

    Earn credits or a degree towards transferring to a four year university, complete your high school diploma or improve your English language skills.

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  • University Transfer

    University Transfer

    Whatcom’s most popular program is the university transfer program. The Associate in Arts and Sciences degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year university to complete their bachelor’s degree. Whatcom’s International Programs staff are experts in advising students on transfer to top universities throughout the U.S.

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  • International High School Completion Program

    International High School Completion Program

    Earn a WA state high school diploma and an associate degree (university transfer) at the same time.

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  • Housing Information

    Housing Information

    Students 17 years and older can live in on-campus housing in a state-of-the art residential facility. Students under 17 are required to live with local homestay families.

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Spring 2026 Commencement

  • Date: 06/18/2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm  

When: Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.

Where: Pavilion at Whatcom Community College, All guests in the Pavilion are required to have a ticket.
             Overflow: Syre Auditorium, Heiner Center Theater.

Who: Grads, Family, and Friends

Student Check-In: 5 p.m. - 6 p.m., in the Syre Center foyer.
Graduates line up at 6:15 p.m. in the Syre Center Courtyard.

Link to 2026 Commencement Ceremony page

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