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Residencies at The Seattle School

Residency Preparation

Get Connected

If you’d like to connect with fellow students whether it be to share an Uber from the airport or even an AirBnB for the duration of the residency, contact Ligaya or refer to this itinerary document. (Be sure to access the document via your school email, thanks!)

Air Travel

Refer to the Port of Seattle site to stay in the loop regarding any travel issues.

Car Travel

Our campus is located at 1130 Rainier Ave S Seattle, WA 98144. Options for lots, street parking and limited garage availability can be found here.

What to Pack

  • Dress Code: it’s all about the layers, bring a warm coat for winter! Be casual and comfortable. Consider appropriate footwear for the season and plans for downtown walking.
  • Optional: laptop and textbooks. If you have questions about this, please contact your course professor or assistant instructor.

Lodging Options

Spouses & Partners

If you have a partner or spouse, they are very welcome to join you for all mealtimes throughout the residency. There are several quiet areas around campus where spouses can access wifi and/or have a quiet space to spend time while you are in class. If your spouse or partner is interested in attending morning and/or afternoon sessions of residency with you, see “Class Policies” here in the Student Handbook for guidance.

Underrepresented Student Groups

The Manager of Student Life Programs will partner with our underrepresented student group leaders to offer lunch or dinner outings during this residency. We’re aware that all of us have intersecting identities, and you may find yourself identifying with more than one group. That’s why we try to schedule these gatherings at different times to support your participation in multiple groups if desired. More information can be found on the Optional Events & Forms page.

Here’s a list of the groups and their student leaders:

  • LGBTIQA+ Students
  • BIPOC Students
  • Access (for students with disabilities, neurodiversity, and chronic pain)
  • Sage (for students in the second half of life/ returning to school after significant time)

Classes During the Week of the Residency

Because the residency meets at the end of the first week of the term, some of your classes will not meet the week of the residency. Specific course start dates can be found in Populi on individual course pages. If you have questions about this, please contact your course professor or assistant instructor.

Meals & Dining

Breakfast and snacks will be provided, as well as some meals (optional reception on Wednesday evening and hosted dinner on Friday). If you have any food allergies/sensitivities, please let us know by submitting the Food Prep Form located on the Optional Events & Forms page.

Dining Options:

Storing Luggage

If you need assistance with storing luggage as you arrive in Seattle before your lodging check-in, OR before departure, we can provide accommodations! Contact Ligaya for further details.

Building Map

HERE is the campus map for reference.