University of Washington Seattle

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QUESTIONS

1. How much does it cost to attend the UW?
2. Can you send me information on financial aid? Scholarships?
3. How do I become a Washington State resident?
4. Can I work on campus?
5. Does the UW participate in any reciprocity programs for freshman?

1. How much does it cost to attend the UW?

Details on University costs, including tuition, room and board, transportation, books, and other expenses can be found at UW Annual Student Budget

2. Can you send me information on financial aid? Scholarships?

Please see one of the following links below for information on financial aid and scholarships. Questions can be directed to the Office of Student Financial Aid.

Useful Links:

• Paying for College
• Need-Based Financial Aid

3. How do I become a Washington State resident?

First read Establishing Washington State Residency Status for Tuition Purposes. If you still have questions, please contact

Residence Classification Office, 264 Schmitz Hall
1410 NE Campus Parkway
University of Washington
Seattle, WA 98195
Telephone: (206) 543-4188

4. Can I work on campus?

Every year thousands of undergraduate choose to work in jobs across campus in positions like research assistant, computer technician, and even campus tour guides. Some campus jobs are part of the work study program as part of a student’s financial aid package; others are not work study related, and operate in the same manner as other jobs. Advantages to campus employment include:

• A flexible work schedule customized to your class schedule
• The chance to learn more about the UW and meet new people
• The opportunity to gain new skills that will help you advance your career or help plan for graduate school

Useful Links:

• Student Employment
• Student Employment Information and Pay Schedule
• Jobs at UW

5. Does the UW participate in any reciprocity programs for freshman?

The UW does not participate, at the undergraduate level, in any programs for out-of-state students to pay in-state tuition.

There is one exception: students who enroll at the UW for one to three quarters through participation in the National Student Exchange pay the same in-state tuition as they would pay at their home institutions. The National Student Exchange is a consortium of U.S. colleges and universities that have joined together to provide their students with domestic exchange opportunities throughout the U.S. and its territories.