The Correspondence Courses Program provides an opportunity to enroll in and complete courses from Seattle Central Community College from the home or work. Such courses enable individuals to earn credits towards an A.A. or A.A.S. degree.

Rock Music-History and Perspectives. This course provides an overview of the numerous styles, musicians, and musical influences that have shaped this dynamic, multifaceted art form. Through selected readings and recordings, the course discovers Rock Music as a musical, social, cultural, economic, and political force in our society.

History of Jazz. This course conveys an extensive multifaceted survey of the vital contribution of jazz to world culture. Jazz-America's indigenous art form has experienced an evolution of styles and cross-culturalization. It is a direct reflection of our diverse society and the natural need for music to serve as a means of social and political expression, and as an artistic and emotional release. The main course topics are: Origins of Jazz, Blues, Ragtime, New Orleans and Chicago Styles, Boogie Woogie, Swing, Jazz Vocalists, Be-Bop, Cool, Hard Bop/Funky, Third Stream, Modal Jazz, Avant-Garde, and Jazz-Rock Fusion.

The correspondence courses are open enrollment. School year consists of two quarters (180 days), during which students are supposed to complete course requirements. Financial Aid may not be used for Continuous correspondence courses and full-time tuition fees are not applicable. Loan deferment eligibility is not available for these courses.

Tuition cost per course:
For Washington state residents - $399
For non-residents - $499