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Continuum Convenes Takes On Critical Questions Of Higher Ed
Continuum engages business and community leaders to explore fundamental transformations to learning.
Continuum's 2023 Impact Report
A look back on our accomplishments, opportunities for innovation and the organization’s impact on the community.
UW in the High School Registration Rises 50%
New state legislation helps thousands of Washington students earn college credits at no cost.
Using Market Research to Create Sustainable Programs
Gain a better understanding of your audience through the support of our Market Research team.
A VISION FOR EQUITABLE EDUCATION
Manca Valum, our first-ever chief advancement officer, will build on Continuum's culture of philanthropy.
Creating Meaningful Online Learning Experiences
Learn how the LE team can help you develop programs that use evidence-based approaches to online learning.
Samuel Sharar, M.D., Earns Lifelong Learning Award
Professor emeritus Samuel Sharar, M.D., earns UW Lifelong Learning Award for his outstanding work.
7 Tactics for Creating a Winning SEO Strategy for Higher Education
Learn tips for creating a SEO strategy for higher education.
Expanding Access to UW in the High School
The passage of Senate Bill 5048 opens the door to higher education for thousands of high school students in Washington state.
Demystifying Email Marketing
Discover best practices and tips for understanding email marketing guidelines.
Top Tips for Encouraging Alumni Engagement
Learn how you can create meaningful relationships with alumni with tips from the UW Alumni Association.
WHAT WE DO
Continuum College expands the University of Washington’s educational impact by meeting the needs of learners wherever they are in life — and wherever they intend to go.
We break down barriers for learners looking to advance their lives by creating pathways to education that work around their lives. By adapting how we learn and what we teach, Continuum makes it possible for anyone to access the knowledge they need through the University of Washington to have a greater impact in the world.
We provide paths to job skills and career development opportunities that positively impact our communities and help turn possibility into reality. Whatever you’ve set out to accomplish, from advancing your career to learning something new, there’s a plan, a place and a path for you.
Learn more About Us.
Our Programs
We provide relevant educational programs for today’s world, offering programs that serve learners from age 7 to 87. Whether in person or online, our programs meet the wide-ranging needs of the new traditional, nontraditional learner.
In addition to offering top-notch programs for working professionals, UW Continuum College has a tremendous role to play in the equation where people do not have access to higher education. Together with our partners we can solve this challenge through the programs we offer to our region, state, nation and world.
Visit Our Programs to learn more about our current portfolio.
Education Changes Lives
Grace Ingram never gave up on her dream of earning her bachelor's degree. Now she's inspiring others.
Read Grace’s StoryInspiring Young Engineers
Students are encouraged to use their hands and imaginations to build solutions.
Read Wei-Chih Wang's StoryStand And Deliver
The public speaking course that became a phenomenal online success.
Read Matt's StoryFollowing Your Heart
Updating skills and making sound connections helped Spencer Bowen land at Starbucks.
Read Spencer's StoryOur Partnerships
We use our unique structure and expertise to work as a collaborative force in developing and delivering relevant programs for today’s world.
Through our leadership of ideas and knowledge, we meet the wide-ranging needs of learners at every stage in their educational careers. Whether we’re partnering with another unit on campus to expand their reach with a new certificate or degree program or working with an industry partner to offer unique learning opportunities for their employees, we’re always on the lookout for how to make an impact.
Visit Partner With Us to learn more about partnering with us.