Get Started at Centralia College

New Students

If you are new to Centralia College or have been gone for more than a year, follow these easy steps to apply and get started.

New Student Admissions

Returning Students

If you've been a Centralia College student recently (i.e. you've been gone less than a year), follow these steps to come back.

Returning Student Admissions

High School Students

Centralia College offers three programs that provide dual credit opportunities for high school students. 

Running Start - Running Start is a state program that allows high school juniors and seniors to attend classes on CC's campus to earn college credit tuition-free. 

College in the High School - College in the High School is a cooperative program between local school districts and Centralia College. It allows high school students to earn Centralia College credit while simultaneously earning their high school credit for approved courses.

CTE Dual Credit - CTE Dual Credit allows high school students to earn college credit for completing Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses taught by certified instructors. In partnership with Centralia College, high schools offer college-equivalent courses for dual high school and college credit.

Transfer Students

Did you attend another college or university previously? Consider coming to Centralia College as a transfer student.

Transfer Student Admissions

Transitional Studies

If you are ready to earn a high school diploma or GED, learn English, or prepare for college or job training, follow these steps to get started in Transitional Studies.

Transitional Studies Programs

Nursing Students

If you are seeking entry to Centralia College's Nursing program, follow these steps to get started.

Nursing Program Information

Bachelor's Degree Students

A bachelor's degrees is closer than you think at CC. Start here to apply for one of CC's applied bachelor's degree programs.

• Bachelor's in Applied Management - Business
• Bachelor's in Behavioral Healthcare
• Bachelor's in Diesel Technology
• Bachelor's in Information Technology: Application Development
• Bachelor's in Teacher Education (K-8)

Continuing & Community Education Students

If you're interested in taking non-credit courses for personal enrichment or to earn a business certification (such as flagger training or CPR), follow these steps to get started.

Continuing & Community Education

Veterans

Centralia College is approved for the education and training of veterans, reservists, and the children and spouses of veterans. Follow these steps to apply and use veterans' benefits.

Veterans Admission

International Students

If you are living outside the US, consider attending Centralia College through the International Education program. This program offers intensive English courses, and associate degree and job training.

International Education