ctcLink: For Students

Welcome to ctcLink!

Bates Technical College uses a student technology system called ctcLink. You will manage your entire college experience from your mobile device, laptop or home computer. 

To get started in ctcLink, the first step is to activate your account.  To activate your account you will need your ctcLink ID number that you received in you admissions email.  When you have that available, click the link below and follow the directions listed.  If you don’t have your ctcLink ID number there is an additional link below to look it up. 

Once you have activated your account, you will be able to do the following: 

  • View and update your student information and manage personal contact info.
  • Register for classes, add/drop.
  • Pay tuition and fees and handle financial aid processes.
  • View your grades, track academic goals, and apply for graduation.
  • Contact your instructor or advisor. 

ctcLink offers a consistent experience across the Washington community and technical college (CTC) system. You’ll have 24/7 access to an online student center, and so will your advisors and instructors.  

Download an informative flyer (pdf)

Important Documents


Activate your ctcLink account Log into your ctcLink account Student ctcLink Help Guides

Download ctcLink Mobile App 

(Please note you must use the ctcLink Full Site to activate your account.)

Google Play 

Apple Store


Student Help Desk

StudentHelp@batestech.edu
253.680.7055

 

 

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