If you don't find the answers to your questions on these pages please contact the Enrollment Services office at (425) 739-8104 or e-mail them at admissions@lwtc.edu.
• Can I take just a few classes or short-term training to upgrade my skills?
• Is financial aid available?
• How do I get the latest information?
• Will I receive personal attention from my instructors?
• What other educational options do you offer?
• How much will my education cost?
• What credentials will I receive?
• How can I be sure I’ll find a job in the career I select?
• Will my degree or certificate be recognized among potential employers?
• Can I get started any time?
Can I take just a few classes or short-term training to upgrade my skills?
Lake Washington Technical College offers a full range of technical higher education options, including individual classes, special short-term training programs, professional certification preparation and adult continuing education options. The continuing education and non-credit courses are offered through LWTC's Extended Learning (opens a new window).
Is financial aid available?
Yes. The college participates in many forms of financial aid, from scholarships to loans and work-study opportunities. Visit the Financial Aid Web site for information (opens a new window).
How do I get the latest information about classes and programs?
The Lake Washington Technical College Class Schedule is regularly updated online, or you may obtain a copy by calling the college at (425) 739-8100.
Will I receive personal attention from my instructors?
A commitment to individualized instruction is one of the aspects that set Lake Washington Technical College apart. Here, small class sizes and teachers who demonstrate skills until you can master them successfully alone mean you'll have the personal attention you need to learn in a way that suits you best.
What other educational options do you offer?
We offer online distance learning classes, adult basic education, English as a Second language courses and adult high school completion courses. A technical high school, Lake Washington Technical Academy, is operated on the college campus. For the latest information on the college's educational offerings consult the online Class Schedule or phone for a printed copy at (425) 739-8100.
How much will my education cost?
The answer depends on the program you select and whether you're working toward a certificate, an A.A.S. degree or just want to take a few skill-building courses. One thing is certain—you'll find the best education value at Lake Washington Technical College, where costs are among the lowest in the state's higher education system. For more information about program awards and times you can visit a program, go to the Visit a Program page.
What credentials will I receive at the end of my program?
Training is available in 37 programs with over 100 degree and certificate options. Most associate of applied science degrees (A.A.S.) may be completed in 18 months to two years of full-time study. Certificates offered range from six months to one year in length for a full-time student.
How can I be sure I’ll find a job in the career area I select?
The college has one of the highest job placement rates of any college in the area, partly because of its strong links with business and industry. While we can’t guarantee a job for every graduate, we make every effort to provide relevant training in areas with employment demand.
Will my degree or certificate be recognized among potential employers?
Graduates of Lake Washington Technical College have a high job-placement rate because employers recognize the value of the training and skills students receive here. Business and industry leaders serve on the college's advisory committees to assure the training that students receive is of the highest quality and relevant to industry needs.
Can I get started any time?
Some programs permit students to enroll any quarter. Others enroll at the beginning of each quarter, while still others admit students once a year. To learn more about when a particular program is open for enrollment, read the contact information on the program of your choice or make an appointment with an adviser.
