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Welcome
When our students talk about North, they talk about excellent instruction and student support services.
They praise the faculty’s and staff’s knowledge of their areas, pride in work, and true concern for student learning.
They also cite North’s safe campus, diverse student population, vibrant learning communities, robust technology, and
convenient location in the Northgate area, five miles north of the Seattle city center in a quiet residential neighborhood.
The campus occupies 62 acres, including 11 acres of environmentally sensitive wetlands.
Many of our students transfer successfully to four-year colleges and universities. North's "College Pathways Program" offers events,
publications, resources and advising especially designed for transfer students. Our small classes and emphasis on learning skills and
critical thinking help our students to succeed. Online classes provide a convenient option, as do evening courses.
Other students find success in the workplace by choosing from more than 40 career training programs.
All of these programs are developed and refined in cooperation with employers. As a result, training matches employers'
needs and leads to employment opportunities.
North also helps adults earn their GED, learn English, enhance their basic skills and/or
pursue a new skill or leisure time interest.
North also provides a rich student life. Concerts, plays, intercollegiate basketball, fitness programs,
an award-winning literary magazine, and special events that highlight North’s diverse student population add
depth to the students’ experiences.
Dr. Ron LaFayette
President, North Seattle Community College
Mission
North Seattle Community College is committed to changing lives through education.
We achieve our mission by
- offering comprehensive educational opportunities
- creating a highly supportive learning environment
- engaging in effective and enduring partnerships.
Vision
North Seattle Community College is a progressive educational resource, actively engaged with its community and
known for innovation and responsiveness.