How much does it cost?

Washington Business Week is fortunate to have many financial supporters. Through their generosity, students receive a sponsorship to partially offset the full $1,200 cost of the program. We never want money to stand in the way of student participation in our programs.

Our tiered pricing structure is a voluntary honor system and families choose the tier price that best meets their situation and ability to pay. Every participant, regardless of the registration fee paid, receives the same level of attention, program quality and intensive learning experience.

The goals of our tiered price structure are:

• To continue to provide the highest quality programs possible
• To serve all community income levels
• To preserve the WBW experience for generations to come

Actual Program Cost = $1,200

Instead, select the price tier that works for you!

Three-Tier Pricing Structure

Tier A: $855

Registration Fee

Families who can afford this tier are encouraged to pay this amount so more students can attend our programs.

Tier B: $655

Registration Fee

Tier C: $455

Our heavily subsidized Registration Fee, made possible by our many financial supporters.

Financial Assistance is available

If your family truly cannot afford the Tier C Registration Fee, you are encouraged to apply for WBW Financial Assistance.

Students Who Don't Live in Washington

Out-of-region students are welcome to attend our programs. Any student residing outside of Washington, Oregon, Idaho or Alaska will be required to pay a registration fee of $855, as student sponsorships are from Northwest businesses. Please contact the Business Week office at (253) 815-6900 to set-up a payment plan, if necessary.

Other Expenses

Students are encouraged to bring along a small amount of money for incidental expenses such as pop, souvenirs, etc. Students must also provide their own transportation to and from the university. Carpooling is encouraged. There are also optional fees, if applicable, of $75 for two elective college credits, ~ $25 for a parking permit for the week at Western, ~ $25 for linens at Western (if the student does not bring their own), and ~ $25 to use the recreation center at Central.

Interest-free Payment Plans

We offer an interest-free payment plan payable by Check, Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover. We are very flexible with our payment plans. The primary requirements are that the family keep in contact with the registrar, the additional forms are completed and submitted within 2 weeks of registration, and that the registration fee is paid in full by June 1st (except be special arrangement).

Cancellations

If you must cancel for any reason, please notify us as soon as possible so that we may use your program sponsorship for another student. Based upon program availability, we will gladly transfer you to another program or week.

Refund Policy

• You may cancel by sending an email to registrar@wbw.org or phoning us at (253) 815-6900.  
• A full refund is given if you cancel at least three weeks prior to the first day of your scheduled week.

• A partial refund will be given if you cancel less than three weeks prior to the first day of your scheduled week.

  • You will be refunded all but $50 of your registration fee if you cancel at least one week prior to the first day of your scheduled week.
  • You will be refunded all but $100 of your registration fee if you cancel less than one week prior to the first day of your scheduled week.

• Once your scheduled week of attendance begins, no refunds will be given except for valid medical reasons. If this is the case, your registration fee, less $100, will be returned.