Green River College and Western Washington University establish guaranteed transfer admission agreement
Students at Green River College now have a clear and guaranteed pathway to a bachelor’s degree at Western Washington University through a new transfer agreement announced by both institutions.
The partnership guarantees admission to Western for Green River students who complete an eligible transfer degree and meet established academic requirements, creating a more predictable and supported path to continue their education.
“This agreement reflects our commitment to meeting students where theyare and helping them move forward with confidence,” said President George Frasier. “Transfer should be a clear next step, not a barrier. By aligning our institutions more closely, we are creating a pathway that supports completion and expands opportunity for our students.”
Under the agreement, Green River College students qualify for guaranteed admission to Western if they:
- Complete an Associate in Arts – Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA) or Associate in Science – Transfer (AS-T) degree
- Earn a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
- Earn at least a 2.0 GPA in the last quarter before applying for admission and the final quarter before transferring
Students admitted through the program will enter Western as juniors, prepared to continue directly into their chosen field of study.
In addition to general admission, eligible students may qualify for direct entry into nearly 30 academic majors at Western. Some programs may require additional prerequisites or selective admission steps.
“This agreement reflects our shared commitment to expanding access and removing barriers for transfer students,” said President Sabah Randhawa of Western Washington University. “Western is proud to partner with Green River to create a reliable, student-centered pathway to a four-year degree.”
To further reduce barriers, the $70 application fee will be waived for Green River students applying through this pathway.
The agreement also connects students early with advisors from both institutions, helping them choose courses aligned with their intended majors and stay on track for transfer. Green River and Western will collaborate on advising, outreach, and ongoing evaluation to ensure the pathway continues to meet student needs.
For more information about transferring from Green River College to Western Washington University, visit https://greenriver.edu/transfer or https://admissions.wwu.edu/transfer/guaranteed-admissions.
About Green River College
Green River College is a public, open-access institution serving students across the Auburn, Kent, and Enumclaw communities. The college offers transfer degrees, bachelor’s degrees, career and technical education, and basic skills programs designed to support students at every stage of their educational journey.
Guided by a student-centered approach, Green River focuses on access, completion, and career readiness, helping students build clear pathways to further education and family-wage careers. For more information, visit www.greenriver.edu.
About Western Washington University
Western Washington University offers more than 200 academic programs on its main campus in Bellingham and at additional locations in Anacortes, Bremerton, Everett, Port Angeles, and Poulsbo. Nationally recognized for academic excellence, sustainability, undergraduate research, and student success – including First-Gen Forward and Military Friendly designations, Western consistently ranks among the top public master’s-granting institutions in the Pacific Northwest.