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Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education

Highline College

Des Moines campus — Des Moines, Washington, United States

Study Level
Diploma · 2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
January 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 11,860
Application Fee
USD 54
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

This Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education prepares students for a variety of roles with young children. The curriculum is grounded in equity, developmentally appropriate practices, and inclusion of families and communities Graduates of this program will be able to: Use knowledge of individual children and child development theory to promote learning for diverse groups of young children Use family centered practices to engage families and communities in the education of young children Observe, document, and assess learning to support development Use a wide array of developmentally, culturally, and linguistically sustaining approaches, strategies and tools. Use content knowledge to build a meaningful, inclusive, anti-bias curriculum. Identify with the profession, center equitable practices as core to their work, and conduct themselves professionally
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Field of study
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Credential
2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
Relationship
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 11,860
Application fee
USD 54
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline
Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Des Moines campus

Des Moines, Washington, United States

2400 S 240th St., Des Moines, WA 98198

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Verify before applying

OPT and STEM OPT eligibility depend on maintaining F-1 status and on the program. A program counts as STEM only when its CIP code is on the official STEM list — not because its name sounds technical.

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About the Institution

Highline College is a renowned community college that has changed many students’ lives through education since its establishment in 1961. Highline College focuses on constantly evolving to meet industry needs and supporting students through their own educational and career journeys. Additionally, the school aims to provide an outstanding learning experience by cultivating a collaborative learning community centered on the well-being of students and emphasizing core values including accessibility, accountability, environmental sustainability, life-long learning, and more. Highline College offer...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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