Application Deadline
Applications are open until Monday, September 23, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time, or until the course fills, whichever comes first.
APPLICATION STEPS
This course has an automatic acceptance process. Once you complete the application and pay the application fee, you’re in. See the steps below for more details.
You’ll apply to the course on MyContinuum, our student app. MyContinuum helps you seamlessly manage the enrollment process and more.
STEP 1: REVIEW REQUIREMENTS
Before you apply, carefully read the admission requirements on the Requirements tab above. In the application, you’ll be asked to confirm that you meet these requirements.
If you have any questions, or want to make sure this course is right for you, reach out to Enrollment Services at enroll@pce.uw.edu or 800-506-1325.
STEP 2: APPLY
Complete the online application on the MyContinuum app. You’ll need to create an account first. If you already have a UW NetID, choose that option. Otherwise, sign in with a Google or Apple account.
STEP 3: PAY THE APPLICATION FEE
Next, pay the $50 nonrefundable application fee through MyContinuum. Your application is not complete until you pay this fee.
AFTER APPLYING
Once you’re accepted, we’ll ask you to complete a questionnaire on MyContinuum to help us learn more about you. Then you’ll get details about how to register for your course and pay your course fee.
To ensure your spot in class, we recommend that you register by the priority registration deadline, which is four weeks before class begins. After that time, we may release your seat to another student. The final registration deadline is two days before the course starts.
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To apply, you must have:
- Familiarity with algebra and basic statistics concepts (mean, median and standard deviation, etc.)
- Some exposure to programming (e.g. having basic scripting experience or completed an introductory programming course like Foundations of Programming (Python))
- Basic experience using spreadsheet software such Excel or Google Sheets to organize and format data
- Familiarity with basic data types (numeric, text, dates, etc.) and how to manipulate them
TIME COMMITMENT
Including time in class, you should expect to spend about seven to nine hours per 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
Because this offering is 100% online, no visa is required and international students are welcome to apply. 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)
Completing the Course
To successfully complete this course, you must fulfill the requirements outlined by your instructor.