Get Started at Renton Technical College
Whatever your career or college goals, we have a place for you at RTC. We offer short- and long-term Career Training Programs, transfer options, applied bachelor's degrees, and college preparatory courses. We have over 50 professional-technical programs in seven areas of study that will prepare you for the workforce. Applying is easy, and we’re here to help.
The enrollment process varies depending on your situation. You can apply at any time, but following the steps below will help you choose the program that’s right for you.
- English language learners and High School programs students, visit College & Career Pathways.
- Running Start students
- International students
- Career Training Students
- Explore programs and find your program requirements & details
- There are plenty of resources to help you find the best program for you. Choose the one that best fits your goals and interests.
- Explore all our career training programs: Program Maps
- Not sure what you’re interested in? Use the Program Explorer tool. You can search by area of interest, start date, or program length. Search results will take you directly to program pages. Most programs are open to everyone, but some have admission requirements.
- Find your Registration Requirements
- Go to Areas of Study index. Or easily navigate from the home page at rtc.edu and click on the icons to get to any of the seven areas of study. Select your Program of interest
- Scroll to ‘Admissions Requirements’ or 'Registration Process'
- Explore programs and find your program requirements & details
Learn when classes meet, estimated costs, what classes to take each quarter, and more.
- Visit all Program Maps to read about different programs.
- Go directly to the page for the program you’re interested in from the website. Visit the program you’ve selected and click on the “Program Details and Cost” button.
Apply for admission to get a ctcLink ID #. Get help with your application.
Once the admissions application is processed, you will receive a Welcome e-mail that includes your student ctcLink ID number.
Note: Some of our programs have selective admissions and additional application processes.
If you’d like to check on the status of your admissions application, contact Enrollment Services.
Complete the New Student Orientation in Canvas.
- Your ctcLink account is used to enroll and pay for classes, manage financial aid, access student records, etc. Learn how to activate your account.
- Your EAB Navigate account is a student success tool where students can make appointments, contact their advisors, stay on top of key dates, create custom to-dos, and find campus resources.
- Learn how to access your Student Email.
- Complete an annual Student Financial Responsibility Agreement (SFRA) before your first registration for the academic year.
- Access all log-in pages.
Click the following link to sign up for an NSA session: New Student Group Advising
- Requires RTC student login credentials. Visit the Student Email Help page for assistance.
- After you login to your Navigate account, make these selections:
- Click “Appointments,” and then “Schedule an Appointment”
- Appointment Type: “New/Prospective Students”
- Service: “Advising - New Student Group”
- Choose a date to find available times. We typically offer group advising sessions on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Make your reservation!
If the dates do not work, visit the Advising page to learn other ways to connect with an Entry Adviser (Student Success Specialist).
RTC’s funding options help students navigate the costs associated with college. Explore funding options.
Many students apply for FAFSA/WAFSA - learn how to apply and more on the Financial Aid page.
Complete an initial entry survey to see if you’re eligible for any other funding.
If you’d like to transfer college credits, please visit the Transfer to RTC page for more information.
If you have any dual credits from high school, please learn more by visiting the CTE Dual Credit Program page.
Please watch the following video tutorial to learn how to register, add to waitlist, and drop classes: Register, Add to Waitlist, & Drop Classes
Ideally, students should be registered for all Quarter 1 classes as listed in their program maps unless otherwise discussed.
Completed a pre-requisite at a different institution?
A milestone can be placed on your account to allow you to register for a course. Send an unofficial transcript, your ctcLink ID number, and the name of the class you’d like to register for to advising@rtc.edu for processing.
Please note, this milestone is for registration purposes only. If you would like to officially transfer credits to RTC, please request a Transfer Evaluation Request.
Need placement for English or Math?
Learn more about placement into General Education English and math.
Are the classes full?
If a waitlist is available, add yourself to the waitlist. If no waitlist is available, continue to monitor the classes for an open spot. Learn more about how waitlists work.
Our in-person welcome event for new students! Learn more about how to attend.
- Get familiar with the RTC Catalog and your Rights and Responsibilities as a student.
- Review important dates & deadlines on the Academic Calendar such as when the quarter starts, tuition due date, last day to drop classes, and more.
- Explore & get connected with academic support & resources.
CONTACT US
Enrollment Services: (425) 235-2371
Advising: (425) 235-5840
Financial Aid: (425) 235-5841
Cashiering: (425) 235-2300
College & Career Pathways: Call / Text: (206) 880-1704


