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How to Apply

Currently accepting applications Next program starts: Autumn 2008 Program location: UW campus, Seattle Next information meeting: Monday, Sept. 8 (see details >>) Sign up to receive e-mail updates >> Contact a program representative >>   Program at a glance >>

• Admission Requirements
• Completing the Program
• Application Process
• Fees and Tuition
• Single-Course Enrollment

If you are familiar with the program and application process, you can apply online or print an application form now.

Admissions Requirements

Applicants should have a bachelor's degree, or convincing evidence of the ability to do work at this level. Applicants should be enthusiastic about participating in classroom dialog. Some assignments will require students to sketch designs. No special artistic skill is required, but a willingness to complete and submit understandable drawings is important.

English Proficiency: Students who are non-native English speakers are expected to have adequate English language proficiency. For details, see English Language Guidelines.

International Students: This program does not qualify as full-time study, and therefore does not meet requirements for an F-1 visa. However, if you are an F-1 student currently enrolled full-time in another program, OR you are in the U.S. on some other type of visa (not F-1), you may be eligible to take a certificate program or course. For complete details, or to contact an adviser, see Visa Information.

Completing the Program

Students will be evaluated in each course by the instructor. Successful completion of each course will result in the award of three academic credits. Successful completion of the full sequence will be of significant value and utility to the homeowner, but should not be interpreted or used to suggest that the student has the abilities or qualifications of a professional architect.

Application Process The 2008-2009 program begins in September 2008. Applications are now being accepted and will be reviewed in the order they are received starting June 2 through August 25, 2008. After August 25, 2008 you are encouraged to call 206-685-8936 or e-mail us to learn if a program is still accepting applications.

To Apply: You can apply online or submit one copy of the application form with a $50 certificate program fee* and two copies of your letter of application. Your typed letter (250-word maximum) must include the following:

1. A brief description of your educational background
2. A mention of your current career (as well as your previous career, if you've changed in the last few years)
3. An explanation of your interest in this program—what you hope to learn and why and how you expect this program will help you meet your goals.

Application Review: Applications are evaluated by a review committee designated by the advisory board. Selection of program participants is based on admission requirements. Applicants receive written notification of their acceptance or non-acceptance within two weeks after their application is received.

Enrollment: Applicants accepted to the program receive enrollment information for the first-term course and are encouraged to make their fall tuition payment early. Enrollment in the program is on a first-come, first-served basis, upon receipt of the first-term tuition payment.

Waitlist: Some programs maintain a waitlist for applicants accepted after the program has reached enrollment capacity. If space becomes available, waitlisted applicants will be notified and given an opportunity to enroll. If space does not become available, waitlisted applicants will be offered a space in the next program offering.

* The certificate program fee is not refundable and does not guarantee admission to, or enrollment in, the program.

Fees and Tuition

Tuition is payable on a term-by-term basis. Tuition for the entire program is $1,370, excluding program application and registration fees, and textbooks. There is a $50 nonrefundable program fee to apply to this program and a $35 nonrefundable registration fee each term. First-term tuition of $685, a $13 technology fee (payable each quarter) plus the nonrefundable registration fee, is due by Sept. 10, 2008. The University's tuition exemption policy does not apply to this program. Fees and tuition are subject to change.

Information on registration and refund policies and procedures is included with registration materials.

Single-Course Enrollment

Interested in taking just one class? Some courses in this program (those courses designated by a ) are open for single-course enrollment those who are not seeking to complete the entire course sequence. Because some courses require prior knowledge and experience in the field, those interested in taking individual courses need to submit these materials:

1. A completed application for single-course enrollment
2. A brief description of your educational background, including a mention of your current career
3. An explanation of your interest in this course

Please note that courses taken as a single courses are not automatically applied toward a certificate of completion in the program. Single-course enrollments are on a space-available basis. No certificate program fee is necessary; tuition is not accepted until you are notified of eligibility.