Continue Your Education
In light of Hampshire’s recent closure announcement, The Evergreen State College is here to support students as they continue their education and plan next steps.
Evergreen offers Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BS), and combined BA/BS degrees through an interdisciplinary liberal arts model that puts you in control of your education. Like Hampshire, Evergreen emphasizes student-designed study, narrative evaluations instead of letter grades, and culminating senior projects.
We are committed to honoring your previous work and helping you move forward with confidence.
A Shared Educational Philosophy
Evergreen and Hampshire share a deep commitment to:
- Interdisciplinary, student-designed education
- Narrative evaluations instead of grades
- Collaborative learning communities
- Opportunities for capstone or senior projects
- Community-based learning and action
At Evergreen, you can continue the educational experience you chose—while gaining the support and stability to finish your degree.
Apply to Evergreen
Ready to Apply? Start, finish and check the status of your Evergreen application through the application portal. Use the portal to move through each step and keep tabs on your progress.
Key Dates
- Priority Application Deadline: July 1, 2026
- Rolling Applications Deadline: September 1, 2026
Apply by the Priority Application Deadline for priority consideration for scholarships, financial aid, and housing.
Questions
Contact Tonya Strong, dedicated Admissions Counselor for Hampshire students.
Call or Text: (360) 867-6310
Transfer Route
Current Hampshire Students
If you are currently enrolled at Hampshire or on an approved leave of absence, you are eligible to apply to Evergreen as a transfer student.
A Streamlined Academic Transition
- Transfer up to 135 quarter credits (90 semester credits)
- Credit accepted across Division I, II, and III work
- Placement at the appropriate class level based on completed academic work
- Your narrative evaluations transfer with you
- App fee ($60) is waived
- Test scores and essay requirements waived
Evergreen shares Hampshire’s approach to evaluation, ensuring your academic work is recognized in a meaningful way, and not reduced to letter grades.
Tuition & Scholarships
- Washington State Residents: Eligible for in-state tuition
- Western Undergraduate Exchange Students: Eligible for reduced tuition (150% of in-state rates)
- All Other Domestic Students: Receive an automatic $8,500 annual scholarship
- International students: Eligible to apply; please note scholarship options are limited
Financial Aid
- Eligible for need-based aid by submitting the FAFSA
- Evergreen will use standard financial aid packaging
- Your current financial aid record will be reviewed as part of the transition process
Recently Admitted
Students Admitted to Hampshire for Fall 2026
If you were admitted to Hampshire for Fall 2026, Evergreen welcomes you to begin your college experience here.
Start Strong at Evergreen
You’ll have the opportunity to pursue a self-directed, interdisciplinary education. That means you won’t be confined to a single major or a rigid set of requirements. Instead, you’ll shape your own academic path based on your interests and goals.
At Evergreen, you can integrate the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences into a cohesive course of study, drawing connections across disciplines to better understand the issues facing our world today. With guidance from faculty, you’ll design a learning experience that reflects what you want to explore and where you want to go.
Tuition & Scholarships
- Washington State Residents: Eligible for in-state tuition
- WUE Students: Eligible for reduced tuition (150% of in-state rates)
- All Other Students: Receive an automatic $13,500 annual scholarship
Financial Aid
- Eligible for need-based aid through FAFSA
- Aid packages determined using Evergreen’s standard formulas