Find Your Path To Success

Whether you want to update your skills or delve into a new field, UW Professional & Continuing Education can help. We make it possible for you to keep learning at the University of Washington, even if you work full time or live outside of the Seattle area.

Certificate Scholarships Now Available

Through the UW Certificate Scholarship program, those on a tight budget have a chance to boost their career with a UW certificate. Learn more!

Apply Now for Fall Certificates

Go back to school this fall! Many of our certificate programs are now open for application, so check out these certificates and keep learning this fall.

Earn a Certificate in Six Months or Less

With our accelerated format, you can complete a certificate program in six months or less to quickly boost your career.

Make Your Summer Count

Did you know anyone can attend the UW through Summer Quarter? Find a course that fits your needs and learn something new this summer.

A PATHWAY FOR YOUR PASSION

Through UW Professional & Continuing Education, we break down barriers to make education possible for all types of learners. We provide unique opportunities for those who don’t fit the mold of a traditional full-time, on-campus student.

We’re for you — the innovators, the career changers, the professionals, the dreamers, the forever curious.

Browse our programs by area of study, and find one that's designed for you.

Arts, Communication & Writing

Business

Computing & IT

Construction, Real Estate & Sustainability

Education

Engineering

Health Care, Biotechnology & Social Services

Humanities & Social Sciences

Public Administration, Nonprofit & Law

Science & Math