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Frequently asked questions

Are these online courses? Or do they meet in a classroom?
They are in-person classes that meet in classrooms in Seattle, Washington. We may someday set up online classes, but we don't have any currently.

Are your classes sponsored by a school?
They are sponsored by two schools: the Experimental College (a non-credit program of the Associated Students University of Washington, established in 1968), and the Wonder School of the Arts, an independent school established in 1996.

Where are the classes held?
Most of them are held on the University of Washington campus in Seattle. (The class page --- the page you reach by clicking on the course title --- tells what part of town the class is held in.)

How do I learn the exact class location?
The exact building (building and room number) and driving directions will be sent by email when you sign up.

What's the connection between the Experimental College and the University of Washington?
Experimental College classes are sponsored by the ASUW (Associated Students University of Washington), the student government at the U.W., and most Experimental College classes are held on the Seattle branch of the U.W. campus (in the "University District" in Seattle). However, the classes are not accredited. Students signing up for Experimental College classes do not receive college credit. Instructors are independent contractors, not U.W. employees.

Are the classes only for U.W. students? Or can anyone sign up?
They're open to everyone. You don't have to be a UW student to attend. In most classes, most of the students are general public, not U.W. students.

What is the age range of the students in the classes?
It varies every quarter, but the ages tend to range from 18 years old to past retirement age. Everyone 18 and older is free to sign up.

Can kids, or teenagers under 18, take the classes?
They're adult-level classes, and most of the students are adults. But some of them may be workable for younger students, with parental approval. For students who are under 18, it's best to talk to us on a case by case basis. To check on a specific class, call 206-420-1309 or
email Nilsosmar@gmail.com

Are the same classes offered every quarter?
Most of them are. Occasionally we may drop or add some class titles. To learn when a particular class may be offered again, call 206-420-1309 or drop us an
email.

How can I make sure that a class still has openings?
If the class still online, it still has openings.

How soon will I receive a confirmation, after signing up?
You should receive a confirming email within 24 hours of registering. If you don't get a confirming email, please check your spam folder first.
if its not there, call 206-420-1309 or drop us an
email.

Will I receive driving directions?
Yes, they'll be sent by email.

Do you offer private instruction?
Private and small-group instruction is available in many of our class topics, and some topics that aren't listed as classes. For more information call 206-420-1309 or drop us an
email.

Do you do corporate workshops?
We have held corporate workshops now and then for departments at Microsoft and other corporations, either for employee training or as team building and morale building events. If you're business is interested in sponsoring a class for your employees, please call 206-420-1309 or drop us an
email.