WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS) is at the forefront of the university’s “In St. Louis, For St. Louis” initiative creating various ways for the community to get involved. Whether you are an individual, a business or a non-profit organization, there are opportunities to engage in mutually beneficial relationships that support educational excellence, social equity and regional development.

Give

Support CAPS by making a donation. Your monetary contributions help to ensure the region’s underserved populations have access to high-quality educational opportunities and allow for program expansion. Donations support scholarships, program development, and resources for our diverse student population.

Partner

Help your employees upskill and advance within your organization by partnering with CAPS. Create a non-credit certificate program to help your employees rapidly gain the skills they need to advance to higher positions, improving their lives and building your workforce with a customized curriculum.

Build

Develop your workforce with talented graduates from CAPS. Dedicated career specialists work closely with businesses to understand their specific needs and create feeder programs that align with your hiring goals. Find qualified candidates who are ready to contribute to your organization’s success through CAPS.

Teach

Are you passionate about teaching and sharing your expertise? WashU faculty, staff, researchers, partners, and alumni are encouraged to participate in the mission of CAPS by teaching courses in our existing programs or proposing new courses or programs that align with our mission and strategic plan.