Other Ways to Register
By Email
Download and complete the registration form, then email it to c2reg@uw.edu.
By Phone
Call 206-543-2310 or 800-506-1325.
See business hours for the Registration Services office.
By Mail or Fax
Download and complete the registration form, then submit it to the address listed on the form.
In Person
Bring your completed registration form to the Registration Services office.
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Admission Requirements
The course is open to anyone looking for a safe space to write and share personal essays.
Time Commitment
Including time in class, you should expect to spend about seven to nine hours each week on coursework.
English Proficiency
If English is not your native language, you should have advanced English skills to enroll. To see if you qualify, make sure you are at the C1 level on the CEFR self-assessment grid. To learn more, see English Language Proficiency Requirements – Noncredit Programs.
International Students
International students are welcome to enroll in an online offering of this course, which doesn’t require a visa. To enroll in a classroom offering, you must have a visa that permits study in the United States. This course does not enable students to obtain or maintain F-1 visa status. For more information, see Admission Requirements for International Students.
Technology Requirements
- Access to a computer with a recent operating system and web browser
- High-speed internet connection
- Headset and webcam (recommended)
Earning the Certificate
You earn the Certificate in Writing by completing the equivalent of three full-quarter courses — nine continuing education units (CEUs) — over two years or less. After you complete your final course, you can request your certificate by calling Registration Services, 206-543-2310; there is a $50 certificate fee.