Many universities are located in the area. The area has four distinct seasons, averaging 170 days of sunshine annually. The city offers a large park system, is a cultural center with its own symphony and performance companies, museums and professional sports teams. Living costs are less than in Seattle. People choose WAL for a variety of reasons.
Students go into the community to interview, videotape and participate in special projects.
I is ten weeks in length. College Preparation II is available for five or ten weeks.