REGISTRATION POLICY
Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Students will receive confirmation within two (2) weeks of registration.
Early registration is encouraged as workshops and classes fill quickly.
Classes or workshops with insufficient enrollment may be canceled 30 days before the start date (workshops) or
7 days before the start date (local/online programs).
Full refunds will be issued if the School cancels a program.
Register by phone or online using a credit card.
Returned Check Fee: A $35 fee applies to returned checks.
Gift Cards & Discounts: Must be redeemed by phone only.
FEES & PAYMENT POLICY
Workshops
$15 non-refundable registration fee + $200 deposit due at registration.
Final balance due 45 days before the start date; automatic charge unless otherwise arranged.
Registration fee applies once per fiscal year, regardless of class count.
Local & Online Classes
$15 non-refundable registration fee + full tuition due at registration for weekly and one day classes.
$15 non-refundable registration fee + $200 deposit or full tuition due at registration.
Final balance due 7 days before the start date; automatic charge unless otherwise arranged.
Registration fee applies once per fiscal year, regardless of class count.
CANCELLATION, TRANSFER & REFUND POLICY
General Policies
All cancellations must be in writing (email or mail). Phone cancellations are not accepted.
— email: registrar@scottsdaleartschool.org
No refunds for no-shows or withdrawals after the program begins.
SAS recommends refundable airfare and accommodations.
Workshop Cancellations
Cancel more than 45 days before: $100 retained as a cancellation fee, $100 kept as account credit,
and any remaining tuition can be refunded or applied as school credit.
Cancel 45 days or less: Entire tuition forfeited.
Local & Online Program Cancellations
Cancel more than 7 days before: Refund minus $30 cancellation fee.
Cancel 7 days or less: Entire tuition forfeited.
Youth Academy Cancellations
Cancel more than 7 days before: Refund minus $50 cancellation fee.
Cancel 7 days or less: Entire tuition forfeited.
TRANSFER POLICY
Workshops: Transfers allowed 45+ days before the start date; $50 transfer fee.
Local & Online Programs: Transfers allowed 7+ days before the start date; $15 transfer fee.
Youth Academy: Transfers allowed 7+ days before the start date; $10 transfer fee.
POLICies Continued
WAITLIST POLICY
Students may join a waitlist at no cost.
Openings are filled in order of waitlist registration.
Once contacted, students must pay registration fees and tuition to secure a spot.
SUPPLY INFORMATION
Supply lists are available online with each class description.
Contact the school for supply-related inquiries or financial concerns before purchasing.
Click here to read more about shipping your supplies.
OPEN STUDIO POLICY
No refunds, credits, or transfers for missed Open Studio sessions.
Sessions with low enrollment may be canceled
with 1-day notice; refunds or credits will be offered.
FRAGRANCE-FREE FACILITY POLICY (Effective October 2024)
Scottsdale Artists' School is a fragrance-free facility to protect the health of students and staff.
No scented personal care products (perfume, aftershave, lotions, etc.).
Only odorless solvents/mediums are permitted.
Spray fixative may only be used outdoors, at least 10 feet from entrances.
Fragrance-free cleaning products must be used in studios and offices.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & ADA POLICY
Scottsdale Artists' School is an equal opportunity educator that values diversity.
The School does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities or on the basis of
gender, race, color, sexuality, national or ethnic origin, or religion.
PRIVACY POLICY
Scottsdale Artists' School respects your privacy and considers the responsible use of personal information.
We will not sell your personal information to other entities.
Website, Social Media, and Email Service Privacy Information
(Last updated: October 4, 2024)
Scottsdale Artists' School operates https://scottsdaleartschool.org (the "Site").
Information Collection & Use: We may ask you to provide personally identifiable information, such as your name,
to contact or identify you.
Log Data: Our system collects data such as your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit.
We may use third-party services like Google Analytics to monitor this information.
COURSE LOCATIONS
Most classes are held at the School.
Plein air painting sites may require transportation.
Destination workshops include meeting location instructions and lodging recommendations.
SCHEDULE CHANGES
The School may modify or withdraw courses, change instructors, or alter the schedule as necessary.
The School reserves the right to require student withdrawal if conduct is deemed inappropriate.
Students booking airfare should purchase refundable tickets.
PUBLICITY WAIVER
Unless otherwise informed, the School may use photographs of students and their artwork
in promotional materials, including print and web publications.
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
Scottsdale Artists’ School does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
religion (creed), gender, gender identity and expression, age, national origin (ancestry),
mental and/or physical disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status,
in any of its programs, activities or operations. The School is committed to
providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all students, instructors, volunteers,
staff, and partners
