CRI Frequently Asked Questions 

There is no age limit or minimum age - CRI classes are open to all ages! 

CRI is self-supported by our students, volunteers, and donations.

CRI offers non-credit classes on a variety of topics, including history, nature, technology, current events, and more. Our classes are held in person and online, during the day on weekdays. Please see our brochure for our current course offerings.

Online registration is available at 8 a.m. on the posted registration date. For current registration information, please see our Course Catalog.

If issued, CRI quarterly brochures will be mailed out and available online one week before registration. For current registration information, please see our Course Catalog.

It may mean that the class was canceled, there was a glitch in our registration system, or the class has already started or finished. Please refer to the online brochure on the right side of the screen for the most up-to-date information on current course offerings.

Each student needs to be logged in their account to register for the classes they wish to take.

If you want to register for a class that is already full, you can be added to the waitlist without being charged for the class.

We will contact the next person on the waitlist to fill the opening if there is a cancellation. If you are on the waitlist for a class and have yet to be contacted, please do not show up for the class.

CRI charges will show up as "ArtsNow/ULearn" on your credit card statement.

Absolutely! We have scholarships available if you need financial assistance. Please contact the CRI office for more information.  Scholarship requests must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the start of the class.

Edmonds College policy states that all students must be registered to attend class. Registration cannot be transferred to another individual.

Refund requests must be received at least two business days prior to the start of class, with a $10 drop fee for each refunded class. No refunds will be issued without proper notice.

If a class or session is canceled for any reason, you will receive a full refund. 

CRI classes are held at a variety of locations in Lynnwood and Edmonds. Please refer to CRI Directions and Parking for our current list of class locations.

We offer online classes via Zoom. Please check out our Zoom Resources page for more information.

For every class, bring your smile, your sense of humor, an open mind, and a willingness to learn!

Parking permits are required at all times and are available at the front desk in the Maltby Building or from the class assistant at the first class.

Please contact the CRI office at 425.640.1830 for detailed information on how to get your EdPass.

Please refer to our Online User Guide for detailed instructions on how to recover your registration and account information.

All of our class locations are ADA compliant and wheelchair accessible. For specific accommodations, please contact the Services for Students with Disabilities office.

We welcome your feedback!  CRI is driven by our members, and your feedback helps ensure the program continues to evolve, while remaining a successful, enjoyable, and dynamic environment for lifelong learners. Please complete the evaluations given to students after our classes, or email your questions, comments, or suggestions to cri@edmonds.edu.