The Evergreen State College
The Evergreen State College is a public liberal arts college in Olympia, Washington, recognized for its unique non-traditional curriculum. Instead of traditional majors and letter grades, Evergreen features interdisciplinary team-taught programs and narrative evaluations.
Acceptance rate
96%
Undergrad enrollment
2,108
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$60
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Regular DecisionPriority Application Deadline | December 1, 2026 |
| ScholarshipPriority Scholarship Deadline | December 1, 2026 |
| Financial AidFAFSA Priority Deadline | March 1, 2027 |
| TransferFall Quarter Transfer Priority Deadline | March 1, 2027 |
| Financial AidWASFA Priority Deadline | April 1, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
Many Evergreen academic programs are built around big-picture questions or ideas. What real-world questions are you curious about and what subjects would support your exploration of these questions?
As a Greener you'll have many opportunities to attend seminars with students who have a variety of perspectives. Reflect on a time when you had a positive encounter with someone that fundamentally shifted your own perspective. How did this experience affect your own understanding?
At Evergreen learning happens everywhere and all the time. Share a meaningful learning experience you pursued beyond the classroom. What motivated you? What challenges did you face, and how did you overcome them?