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Important dates & deadlines

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Applicant type Autumn application opens Autumn application deadline Autumn notification period
First-year
(including Running Start and veterans)		 August 15 November 15 March 1–15
Transfer
(including veterans)		 December 15 February 15 May–July
Postbac December 15 February 15 June + July

What’s my application type?

First-year, transfer or postbac — what’s the difference? What about Running Start? Let us help.

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Pride points

54 %
WA first-year 3-year average admit rate

76 %
WA community college transfer 3-year average admit rate

3 pro tips for success

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TIP 1

There’s nothing like experiencing campus through an in-person guided tour. You’ll get an up-close view of all UW and Seattle have to offer.

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Get your common questions answered

TIP 2

Get your Common App questions answered by the experts. Our weekly webinars take out the worry and get you up to speed.

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Learn how to apply

TIP 3

From writing your essay to choosing a program, learn all you need to know as a first-year applicant.

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Admission to majors

Your admission to a major at the UW depends on the major you’re interested in and on your application type.

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Preparing for college

What can you do now to set yourself up for success?

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