Virtual Open House and Information Sessions
Learn more about our programs
Our Virtual Admissions Open Houses and Information Sessions offer prospective students an opportunity to get to know the school with a campus tour, an interactive program overview and Q&A with instructors, and an overview of the admissions process.
Event Activities
Boatbuilding Program Overview and Q&A
Marine Systems Program Overview and Q&A
Virtual Shop & Campus Tour
Admissions Process Overview
Join a live session
Information sessions are generally scheduled each Spring. If you would like to receive updates on admissions dates and when the next virtual information sessions are scheduled, please sign up for our e-news by clicking here.
Watch a recorded session
You can watch recordings of our most recent events below.
Marine Systems Program Virtual Information Session
Dive into the details of our 9-month Marine Systems Program with Program Director Kevin Ritz. Watch the recorded session for an immersive discussion and comprehensive overview of the industry and topics students learn including marine electrical, corrosion, plumbing, diesel and outboard engines, propulsion, and more. You will also learn about admissions, eligibility, scholarships, financial aid, and more.
Watch NowBoatbuilding Program Virtual Open House
Dive into the details of the 12-month Boatbuilding Program with Instructor Tucker Piontek. Watch the recorded session for an immersive discussion and comprehensive overview of the skills students learn. You will also learn about admissions, eligibility, scholarships, financial aid, and more.
Watch NowCampus Location
The Boat School’s Heritage Campus is located on the waterfront in Port Hadlock, Washington, a quiet town surrounded by the natural beauty of the Olympic Peninsula. Located 1.5 hours from Seattle, the eight acre campus includes 20,000 square-feet of covered space and offers a marine systems shop and four boatbuilding shops. Our neighbors include more than 50 maritime businesses on Port Townsend Bay. Just 10 minutes north lies the city of Port Townsend known for its charming Victorian architecture and rich maritime history. Port Townsend is home to the Wooden Boat Festival, one of the largest wooden boat festivals in the world. Take a Peek Inside the Northwest School of Wooden BoatBuilding’s Shops.