:) Sounds like you would get a degree..... but no, these are quilting classes. These classes are taught by national teachers! The teacher for the one I am taking is an American who is living in Kenya. This fall, she will be teaching a course at the International Quilt Festival in Houston, TX. If you've ever been, you'll know that they provide classes during the week from incredibly talented and creative teachers from around the world. Some of the teachers at Quilt University are published authors as well.