Seattle is a vibrant port city with a relaxed atmosphere and a famous music and cultural scene. Known as America’s ‘best educated big city’ it is home to the University of Washington, and big companies such as Microsoft, Boeing and Starbucks. A fantastic range of outdoor pursuits such as skiing, hiking and kayaking can be enjoyed in the surrounding area.

The Kaplan Aspect school is located just one block from the University of Washington on the main street of a busy, academic neighbourhood. The school is surrounded by cinemas, restaurants, shops and services and has easy access to downtown Seattle.

• The school is located close to the University of Washington in a buzzing student area
• A comfortable student lounge and library
• Bright, well equipped classrooms
• In the heart of Seattle’s cultural scene
• Internet Kiosks and free wireless Internet access available from the North building

Accommodation

Homestay accommodation is ideal for students who want to immerse themselves in a different culture.

Kaplan Aspect offers students studio or one bedroom apartments with private facilities. All of the apartments are conveniently located near public transport in Seattle.

Activities

Dedicated Activities coordinators work around the clock to provide you with a range of social, cultural and sporting activities to suit your taste, budget and time available.

• See the 360 degree view of Seattle from the famous Space Needle
• Make the most of the outdoors by skiing, hiking or kayaking
• Stroll along Seattle’s colourful waterfront
• Visit the Pike Place Market, the original farmers’ markets. You’ll find hundreds of craft and farm stalls plus street performers and muscicians
• Visit the Woodland Park Zoo
• Enjoy Bill Speidel’s guided Underground Tour through the hidden subterranean passages that once were the main roadways and storefronts of old downtown
• Make the most of the resources at the Seattle Public library, an architectural gem
• Visit Tillicum Village for a stage show of traditional dances and stories that entertain and teach you about the people who first lived in the Northwest

Courses

• General Academic Semester / Year
• General English
• Intensive Academic Semester / Year
• Intensive English
• Vacation English

School Facilities

This school offers wireless internet access to students with their own portable computers.

Professional Memberships

Kaplan Aspect Seattle Washington is a member of the following professional organizations:

• ACCET
• AAIEP