• How do I register?
    All online registration is conducted through the SCAE website.
  • Where are most of your students from?
    While the Academy is located in Santa Clara, we attract students from throughout the Bay Area, including Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, San Jose, Milpitas, & Fremont.
  • Do you offer financial aid?
    No, we do not offer financial aid. However, please see the Resources page for information on programs like work2future that can help cover the cost of classes.
  • When is registration open?
    Please visit the SCAE website to check course availability.
  • How much do courses cost?
    Nearly all courses cost $279. Select courses cost $139. Please visit the SCAE website for course availability and fees.
  • When are courses offered?
    4 times a year.
  • Is every course offerred every semester?
    Most, but not all, courses are offered every semester. See the SCAE website for courses currently being offered, or use our Contact Form.
  • Where are the classrooms located?
    Classes are held at this location:

    1840 Benton St.
    Santa Clara, CA 95050

    See the Location page for a map and directions.
  • Some courses list other courses as prerequisites; if I have the necessary skills and experience, can these prereqs be waived?
    This is handled on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us.