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Take some or all of your college classes in Monroe

At the EvCC Monroe Branch you can:

  • Earn university transfer credits
  • Finish high school
  • Prepare for the GED
  • Improve math and English skills
  • Learn English as a Second Language - Español
  • Take Running Start classes
  • Get answers and referrals from local staff
  • Use a free computer lab with teachers to help
  • Study Spanish online with instructors on site - Español

The Monroe branch is open in the late afternoon and evenings. High School Diploma, GED preparation and ESL classes are held every quarter during the year at Park Place Middle School. College classes are offered during fall, winter and spring quarters at Monroe High School.  

Why take classes in Monroe?

  • Save gas, commute time, and car wear-and-tear
  • Park easily and for free
  • Spend more time at home
  • Avoid highway gridlock
  • Get help from local EvCC staff
  • Complete a University Transfer Program or other associate degree

University Transfer Program

College-ready students can earn the Associate of Arts and Science – Option II degree through courses in Monroe.  This degree meets the lower-division general education requirements of most colleges and universities in Washington.  Please consult the “AAS-Option II Transfer” curriculum guide Acrobat PDF Reader Icon.  Also, talk with an advisor about your university transfer plans.  Enrollment Services provides advising meetings each quarter at Monroe, and is available by e-mail at admissions@everettcc.edu.

Running Start program

High school juniors and seniors: If you are eligible for the Running Start program, you can take some or all of your college classes in Monroe.  Application may be made for fall, winter or spring quarters.  For information about eligibility and the application process, go to Running Start.

Free Computer Lab

Hablamos Espanol
Monday - Thursday 2:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Located at Park Place Middle School, the computer lab provides:

  • Supervision by skilled EvCC instructors
  • High speed internet access
  • Family-friendly programs for all ages
  • Specialized  internet access for Spanish learners
  • Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Access
  • Windows XP Professional
  • Creative Suites 2.0
  • Student Skillsbank
  • Rosetta Stone – English Tutorial
  • ConEVyT - Spanish Literacy for all ages

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes
Ingles como segundo idioma (ESL)

Monroe ESL classes meet Tuesday and Thursday, 6:00 – 8:50 p.m, at Park Place Middle School, Room A-4, 1408 West Main Street, Monroe, Washington.  There are 3 classes available:  beginning, intermediate and advanced. For more information and registration dates, contact Sheila Dunn or Jan Johansen at (360) 804-4523.

Las clasas de ESL en Monroe son los martes y jueves, 6:00 - 8:50 p.m., en la escuela Park Place Middle School, salon A-4, West Main Street, Monroe, Washington. Hay tres clases disponibles: Principiantes, Intermedios y Avanzados. Para más información usted puede llamar a la maestra Karen Gilbert al teléfono (425) 870-6663

Sultan ESL classes meet Monday and Wednesday, 6:00 – 8:50 p.m. Please call instructor Karen Gilbert at (425) 870-6663 for class location.

Sultan ESL clases son los lunes y miercoles, 6:00 – 8:50 p.m. Por favor llame a la maestra Karen Gilbert al (425) 870-6663 para saber donde seran las classes.

Snohomish ESL classes meet Monday and Wednesday, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Snohomish Freshman Campus, Room 9, 601 Glen Avenue, Snohomish, Washington.  Free childcare is provided.   This is a multi-level class for beginning to advanced students.  For more information call Karen Gilbert at (425) 870-6663.  NOTE: No summer quarter classes are held.

Las clases de ESL en Snohomish son los lunes y miercoles, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m, en la escuela Snohomish Freshmen Campus, salon 9, 601 Glen Avenue, Snohomish, Washington. El cuidado de ninós está disponible.

English as a Second Language classes are $25 per quarter or free depending on your income and family size.

Para las clases de ingles el costo es de $25 por trimestre: sin embargo, algunas personas calificaran para tomar la clase sin tener que pagar dependiendo de lo que gana mensualmente ó el tamaño de su familia.

Program Pathways

Courses in Monroe can lead to an Associate Degree in General Studies Acrobat PDF Reader Icon for persons interested in a general program of study.  Many of the courses may transfer to a university, depending upon your goals.  The General Studies Degree is outlined in a curriculum guide Acrobat PDF Reader Icon.

GED and High School Diploma: Earn your high school diploma, prepare for the GED, or improve English and/or math skills in these classes which meet throughout the year.  High School Diploma classes are available at reduced tuition for adults 19 years or older and at full resident tuition for students 16-18 years old. The cost for GED classes is $25 per quarter, however some indivuduals may qualify to take the classes at no cost.

Financial Aid

Need help paying for tuition and books?  If you are a low income parent or you have been laid off recently, you may qualify for grants that will pay for tuition and books. Please call (360) 804-4523 for more information.  Click here for Tuition Rates, and Financial Aid.

Contact Information and Calendar of Courses

360.804.4523 - EvCC/Monroe Campus
425-388-9219 - Enrollment Services (Everett)
425-388-9280 - Financial Aid Office (Everett)
425-388-9288 - Testing Services (Everett)

Monroe High School (map)
17001 Tester Road
Monroe, WA  98272

Park Place Middle School  (map)
1408 W. Main Street
Monroe, WA  98272

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