Admissions
Learn about the admissions process, criteria, and how to start your application
With daytime classes starting every six months (Fall & Spring), and evening classes starting once each year (Fall), we provide several pathways to start your new career.
Enrollment for the Fall 2025 term is now closed.
We’re accepting applications for the Spring term, starting in March 2026. Act now to begin the admissions process early and secure your spot!
2026 Spring Start
March 9, 2026 – February 26, 2027
Class Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
DAYTIME only: 9:00am to 2:00pm
+ 8 required weekend days (2 per quarter)
+ weekend electives (1-2 per quarter)
Quarter 1:
March 9 - May 22
- Two required weekend days (TBD)
- Weekend electives (TBD)
- Holidays include Memorial Day
- One-week break between quarters
Quarter 2:
June 1 - August 21
- Two required weekend days (TBD)
- Weekend electives (TBD)
- Holidays include Independence Day (July 4)
- Two-week break between quarters
Quarter 3:
September 9 - November 23
- Two required weekend days (TBD)
- Weekend electives (TBD)
- Holidays include Thanksgiving & Native American Heritage Day
- One-week break between quarters
Quarter 4:
November 30 - February 26
- Two required weekend days (TBD)
- Weekend electives (TBD)
- Holidays include Solstice, Christmas, New Year’s, & Martin Luther King Jr. Day
2026 Fall Start
September 8, 2026 – August 19, 2027
Class Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
DAYTIME Cohort: 9:00am to 2:00pm
EVENING Cohort: 5:00pm to 10:00pm
+ 8 required weekend days (2 per quarter)
+ weekend electives (1-2 per quarter)
Quarter 1:
September 8 - November 19
- Two required weekend days (TBD)
- Weekend electives (TBD)
- Holidays include Thanksgiving & Native American Heritage Day
- One-week break between quarters
Quarter 2:
December 1 - February 25, 2027
- Two required weekend days (TBD)
- Weekend electives (TBD)
- Holidays include Solstice, Christmas, New Year’s, & Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- One-week break between quarters
Quarter 3:
March 9 - May 20
- Two required weekend days (TBD)
- Weekend electives (TBD)
- Holidays include Memorial Day
- One-week break between quarters
Quarter 4:
June 1 - August 19
- Two required weekend days (TBD)
- Weekend electives (TBD)
- Holidays include Independence Day (July 4)
Tuition: $15,900.00
- Application fee: $100*
- Technology fee: $100* (due at Student Orientation or prior to classes start)
- Novice Class: $100 (which may be applied toward tuition)
*Application and Technology fees are non-refundable
Discounts:
- $300 Early Registration Discount – for completing the entire Admissions process (Application, Novice, Interview) 2 months prior to start date
- $500 Payment in Full Discount – if tuition is paid in full by the first day of class for the term
Additional Costs (estimated):
- Massage Table: $400-$700
- Books: $300-$400
- Supplies: $150
- Elective Materials Fees: $20-$50 – determined by the course
- Additional Electives: If a student chooses to take additional elective hours (beyond the 30 required for graduation), additional charges per class hour will apply
Explore payment plans to find your best fit:
Tuition Scholarships
The school is able to offer a limited number of scholarships to those who qualify.
- Discoverypoint / Brenneke Alumni Referral
Please contact the school for specific scholarship information and guidelines.
Additional Scholarship Resources
There may be additional scholarships available from local, state, or federal programs — as well as private organizations and non-profits — each with its own set of qualifications and requirements. Here are a few that we know about:
- Pride Foundation and Greater Seattle Business Association provide post-secondary educational scholarships to current and future leaders in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ), and straight ally community from Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington.
- WA State Scholarship resource: theWashBoard.org
- Washington Award for Vocational Excellence Scholarship (WAVE) is a merit scholarship that honors the achievements of Washington’s top career and technical education students. There are up to 147 winners each year — three from each state legislative district. The award may be used at a Washington public or private college or university, or licensed private career school.Note: The WAVE scholarship FAQs specify that it is for graduating high school students, community and technical college students, and private career students in their second year of training. Since our program takes less than 1 year to complete, we reached out to WAVE representatives who have confirmed that “WAVE scholarship recipients may utilize their awards in Washington programs that take less than one year to complete.”
- ABMP Scholarship Sweepstakes
(must be a student in a massage school covered by ABMP to apply) - AMTA Scholarship
(must be a student in a massage school to apply)
There are many different ways that students can pay for their education with Discoverypoint.
Since we’re not able to offer the same financial aid programs that larger colleges and universities have access to, we offer flexibility through zero-interest payment plans — allowing students to make payments quarterly, monthly, or even weekly. Students can also explore scholarships, state or tribal funding, or private funding through an employer.
If you are paying directly to the school, we accept cashier’s checks, money orders, personal checks, and all major credit cards.
Popular financing options to consider and explore:
- Make quarterly, monthly, or weekly payments (see “Requesting a Payment Plan below)
- Pay tuition in full (includes $500 discount for payment-in-full)
- Employer tuition reimbursement programs (ask your employer what’s available)
- Tribal Funding (for eligible students)
- Dept of Vocational Rehabilitation (for those who qualify)
- Grants & Scholarships (see our Tuition page for more)
Discoverypoint has partnered with Lumion to offer our students flexibility and convenience in making your tuition payments.
During the Enrollment process, a school representative will work with you to build a custom payment plan. We will explore different variables such as: weekly or monthly payments, duration of payments (6, 12, or 15 months), and the amount of your initial deposit/downpayment.
Once we’ve found a payment amount that works with your budget, you will then receive a Payment Plan Agreement and payment schedule from MiaShare, along with easy-to-follow instructions for making regular payments.
If you would like to explore different payment variables on your own, click the “Explore Payment Plan Options” button below and follow these steps:
- Scroll down to one of the Custom Payment Plan options
- Choose the frequency of payments you’d prefer (weekly or monthly), then click that option to expand
- Ignore the “Apply for this Plan” button, instead click the “Learn More” link on the left
- Scroll down to the “How Much Will I Pay” section, and play with the variables: initial deposit, number of payments
- Again, do not click the “Apply” button, but instead write down the variables that will work for you, and bring that information to your Enrollment appointment
A Great Starting Point
Our Novice class is a full day introduction to therapeutic Swedish massage taught by one or more of our experienced faculty members.
Whether you plan to study at Discoverypoint in the Professional Massage Program or simply want to learn the basics of how to provide a good back and neck rub to friends and family, this class is designed for you.
What You Will Learn:
- Guidelines for choosing appropriate massage supplies
- Proper use of tables and other equipment
- Basic grounding and centering techniques for massage
- Proper mechanics for the “big 3” Swedish massage strokes: effleurage, petrissage, and friction
- Fundamental massage sequences for the legs and back
Novice class cost is $100 — which will be applied towards tuition if you enroll in our Professional Licensing Program within one year. Visit our Events page to see upcoming dates and times, or contact us for more information:
Students will be practicing what they learn on each other, so be prepared to give and receive massage. Plan to bring a set of twin sheets and pillowcase, and wear clothing comfortable for movement.
To apply for admission, you must:
- Be at least 18 years of age by start date and have graduated from high school or received a GED
- Be physically and emotionally capable of performing and receiving massage with people of any gender (students with disabilities must make a written request for reasonable accommodations, which will be addressed on an individual basis)
- Display a philosophy, professionalism and maturity compatible with Discoverypoint’s mission, philosophy, values and professional standards
- Provide documentation of any felony or misdemeanor charges and convictions (see application)
- Complete the Admissions process outlined below
Admissions process:
Complete the following steps, in any order:
- Application: Complete and submit an application with all requested documentation + $100 application fee.
- Novice class: Complete a Novice class. Learn more and register from this page.
- Interview: Complete an admissions interview. Contact us to schedule.
Be sure to read and understand the contents of the catalog before you apply. The catalog contains information that will become part of your agreement with the school.