Admissions and Entry Services

The mission of the Admissions/Registration department is to serve the community and support the connection between the educational process and a career, by providing professional, unparalleled customer service through commitment and enthusiasm.

Entrance requirements

Renton Technical College (RTC) is an open-access or open-entry college. In accordance with WAC 131-12-010, admissions to RTC is open to anyone who: 

• has interest and personal goals related to their chosen program of study and can benefit from RTC’s curriculum 
• is at least 18 years old; or  
• has a high school diploma; or 
• high school equivalency certificate; or 
• has applied for admission under the provisions of a student enrollment options program, such as Running Start, Youth High School Completion, or another local student enrollment options program. 

Individual programs may have additional entrance requirements related to licensure or require specific educational credentials. Some programs have limited space. Registration is typically first-come, first-served except for programs that require additional entrance and application requirements, so it is important to apply early. 

Review program information or connect with a Student Success Specialist for program specific requirements.

Admission to the college may be initiated through online web admissions, in person, or by mail. 

Apply for Admissions

• Online Services
• In-person at the Admissions/Registration department in building I - Roberts Campus Center during business hours.

Transfer Student Information

• Transfer Course Equivalency Guides
• Advanced Placement (AP) Test Score Equivalencies at RTC
• College Level Examination Program (CLEP) Score Equivalencies at RTC
• Transfer Student Rights

Late registration fee

A $75 late fee will be charged to students currently enrolled in a program at RTC who have not registered before the first day of the quarter. This does not apply to new students registering for the first time.