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Key dates

Transfer applicants.

Autumn

December 15: UW online application opens
February 15: Apply by February 15. All required materials must be submitted or postmarked to be assured of consideration.
More dates + deadlines

Winter

August 1: UW online application opens
September 1: Apply by September 1. All required materials must be submitted or postmarked to be assured of consideration.
More dates + deadlines

Application checklist

U.S. students application fee: $80. International students application fee: $90.

The application fee is nonrefundable and must be submitted each time you apply to the UW.
Complete minimum courses

Freshman and transfer applicants must show a minimum level of preparation in six academic subject areas.
Personal statement

This is your chance to tell us about yourself through a thoughtful, well-written Personal Statement.
Transcripts

Review how to send high school and college transcripts.
Do not send letters of recommendation

We do not consider letters of recommendation or other supplementary materials.

You'll need

Gathering these documents and materials before you start will help the application go more smoothly.

U.S. students:

Your Social Security Number (SSN)
If you have ever attended the UW, your UW Student Number
Other names you have used on school transcripts or test scores
If you believe you are a Washington resident, information about how long you have lived in the state
Do you have a visa? You will need the visa type and that long number.
Personal information and educational background about one or more of your parents/guardians
Copies of school records to accurately record dates of attendance
Paper copy of your high school transcript: You will make an electronic copy to attach to the online application
A strong desire to tell your story
If you're paying the application fee: U.S. checking account info or a credit card. (If you're applying for a fee waiver: no problem, you'll get more information later.)

International students:

Your passport showing your legal name and any variations
Other legal names you have used on school transcripts or test scores
If you have ever attended the UW, your UW Student Number
Mailing address and permanent foreign address written in English
If you are already in the U.S. with a visa, the type of visa; for those with an I-20 from a U.S. school, the SEVIS ID number
Personal information and educational background about one or more of your parents/guardians
Test score results for TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo you have already taken
Dates of TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo you plan to take
Copies of school records to accurately record dates of attendance
Class schedule for the academic year
Paper copy of your high school transcript: You will make an electronic copy to attach to the online application
A strong desire to tell your story
Credit card or U.S. checking account to pay the application fee

More information

Plan your transfer
Applying for financial aid: The priority date is Jan. 15.
Homeschooled applicants: Let us help you get ready to apply
Veterans, active duty, and military dependents
Applying to the University Honors Program
College-Level Work in High School (AP, IB, Dual-Credit): One way of demonstrating rigor in coursework

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