New Student Checklist
Are you a(n)...
International student?
Running Start student?
Military student or Veteran?
English as a Second Language student?
Adult Basic Education student?
High School program student?
If not, follow these steps to get started at Shoreline:
Apply to Shoreline
Applying is simple, fast, and free. Once you apply, you'll get a ctcLink ID number which makes it easier for us to help you find funding and register.Apply online or in person
Check your email for acceptance notification
Set up your ctcLink Account
Your acceptance email will include your ctcLink ID number which allows you to access ctcLink, Shoreline's online student portal.
Complete New Student Orientation, online
NSO includes information about degree pathways, Math and English placement, and funding, and offers and introduction to Academic Advising. If you have transcripts or test scores, you can upload them in NSO.
Use your ctcLink ID number and passcode to log into NSOMeet with an Academic Advisor
All new students are encouraged to meet with an Academic Advisor after New Student Orientation and before registering for classes. Domestic students can contact our main office to schedule an appointment: 206.546.4559
More information about Academic Advising
Register for first quarter classes
Plan your courses and registerSet Up Your Shoreline Network Account
Once you have registered for classses, you'll receive instructions via email to activate your network account. You'll need this to access your Office 365 applications, as well as many other on-campus and online systems.Check your email for instructions.
Pay Tuition & Fees
Pay your tuition and fees on time so you don't get dropped from classes. Even if you got financial aid or scholarships, you may still have to take action to apply those funds to your balance.Pay tuition costs and fees
More you can do, to prepare to succeed
Get the support you need- Meet with specialists who can help you with funding, housing, food, and transportation
- Visit Student Accessibility Services
Collect your course materials Our bookstore can help you figure out which books you may need. Our library can help you with loaner texts and loaner laptops.
Check out the Current Students webpage
Explore the tutorials in "Online Learning Resources for Students" in Canvas
Attend Welcome Week events
Need help?
Contact Us
Enrollment Services
- Location
- FOSS (5000) Building, Room 5200
- enrollmentservices@shoreline.edu
- Phone
- (206) 546-4611
- Fax
- (206) 546-5835
- Hours
- See the College's operating hours