Continue Your Education
With the news of Hampshire’s closure, we know this may feel like an uncertain and difficult moment. The Evergreen State College is here for you as a place of support and stability, as you look ahead and continue your education.
At Evergreen, you can pursue Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BS), or combined BA/BS degrees through an interdisciplinary liberal arts model that gives you the freedom to shape your own path. Like Hampshire, we focus on student-designed learning, narrative evaluations in place of grades, and senior projects that bring your studies together.
We’re committed to honoring the work you’ve already done and walking alongside you as you take your next steps, with confidence, clarity, and care.
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 continue your interdisciplinary education, one that honors what you’ve already begun and makes space for what’s next. We know this transition may feel uncertain, but at Evergreen you won’t be confined to a single major or a rigid set of curriculum. Instead, you’ll have the freedom to shape an academic path that reflects your interests, your questions, and most importantly, your goals.
At Evergreen, you can weave together the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences into a course of study that feels meaningful and connected. You’ll be encouraged to explore across disciplines, ask hard questions, and deepen your understanding of the world around you. With the support of faculty who are committed to your growth, you’ll design a learning experience that builds upon your past work and helps you move forward with a renewed sense of direction.
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