Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I register for a class?
- When should I register for a class?
- Is there a certain number of students required to hold a class?
- Is there a minimum age requirement?
- How much is required for a deposit on a class registration?
- When is my deposit due?
- Will my deposit be refunded if I cancel my registration?
- How may I pay for the classes?
- How much is tuition and when is it due?
- What are the lodging options? Is it included?
- Are meals included in the tuition?
- What are class material fees?
- Do all classes charge material fees?
- Will my material fees be refunded, if I must cancel my registration?
- May I cancel my registration?
- May I change my registration from one class to another?
- Is there a cancellation fee?
- May my guest come to the class with me without paying?
- Are the classes handicapped accessible?
- May I bring my service animal with me to the Folk School classes?
| Q: | How do I register for a class? | |
| A: |
You have several easy options. See Registration Page Return to Top | |
| Q: | When should I register for a class? | |
| A: | Register as soon as you know you will be able to attend. Most classes have a
limited number of openings and fill up quickly. Return to Top | |
| Q: | Is there a certain number of students required to hold a class? | |
| A: | Yes, most classes must have at least 4 to 6 students to hold the class. Return to Top | |
| Q: | Is there a minimum age requirement? | |
| A: | Yes, 18 years old, in most classes. Return to Top | |
| Q: | How much is required for a deposit on a class registration? | |
| A: | 1/2 the tuition is due at registration. The second half of any tuition payments is due no later than ten (10) days prior to the first day of class. If a student must cancel after the second half of tuition is paid, refunds will be made on a case-by-case basis. Return to Top | |
| Q: | When is my deposit due? | |
| A: | Your deposit is due at Registration. Return to Top | |
| Q: | Will my deposit be refunded if I cancel my registration? | |
| A: | If you cancel at least 10 days before the class start date, your deposit
will be refunded. Return to Top | |
| Q: | How may I pay for the classes? | |
| A: | Payments may be made with cash, check, or money order. We also accept
payment through Pay Pal which includes a credit card option. Return to Top | |
| Q: | How much is tuition and when is it due? | |
| A: | The costs will vary. Some classes have an additional materials charge, and for others the materials charge will be included in the tuition. 1/2 is due at registration, the balance is due at least 10 days before the class start date. Return to Top | |
| Q: | What are the lodging options? Is it included? | |
| A: | There are many lovely places to stay in Van Buren County
including campgrounds. See the Visitor Info page. Lodging is not included
in your fees. Return to Top | |
| Q: | Are meals included in the tuition? | |
| A: |
Meals are not included. You'll find several unique and yummy eateries within the county. See the
Visitor Info page. You may also bring a sack lunch to most of the classes. Return to Top | |
| Q: | What are class material fees? | |
| A: |
Instructors may have specific materials they want students to use in their class. Individual fees for classes, requiring materials more costly than can be covered by tuition, will be noted on a class-by-class basis. Additional fees for materials will be collected before the class begins, and are payable with the second half of the tuition, insuring adequate supplies and materials for each student. This will vary with each class. Check the class page. Return to Top | |
| Q: | Do all classes charge material fees? | |
| A: |
No. Some classes provide the materials, others have a supplies list that you will bring to class. Student supplied supplies and material lists for each class will be provided to students through individual mailings, as well as on the Villages Folk School website. Return to Top | |
| Q: | Will my material fees be refunded, if I must cancel my registration? | |
| A: |
No, unfortunately, since the supplies will have been ordered for you. However, the supplies will be yours to be used for another class with the instructor or taken for your personal use. Return to Top | |
| Q: | May I cancel my registration? | |
| A: |
If you are unable to attend a class, please call and notify both the instructor, and the registrar. Return to Top | |
| Q: | May I change my registration from one class to another? | |
| A: |
Yes, although there may be an additional fee. Return to Top | |
| Q: | Is there a cancellation fee? | |
| A: |
There may be a cancellation fee imposed. Ask the registrar. Return to Top | |
| Q: | Can my guest come to the class with me without paying? | |
| A: |
Sorry. Class space is limited, no guests unless registered. Return to Top | |
| Q: | Are the classes handicapped accessible? | |
| A: |
Some of the class locations are and some are not handicapped accessible. Ask the registrar at the time of registration. Return to Top | |
| Q: | May I bring my service animal with me to the Folk School classes? | |
| A: |
Well mannered seeing-eye dogs and hearing-ear dogs are allowed. Ask the registrar at the time of registration. Return to Top | |
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