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We value the wide lens of our students’ experiences, cultures, talents and sheer brainpower. You aren’t just a GPA and a set of numbers. We want to know more.
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Freshman, transfer or postbac — what’s the difference? What about Running Start? Let us help.
Admissions Statistics
60%
WA freshman 3 year average admit rate
76%
WA community college transfer 3 year average admit rate
Important dates & deadlines
| Autumn Application opens | Autumn Application deadline | Autumn Notification period | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freshman (including Running Start and veterans) |
September 1 | November 15 | March 1 – 15 |
| Transfer (including veterans) |
December 15 | February 15
|
May 1 – June 30 |
| Postbac | December 15 | February 15 | June 1 – July 31 |
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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The UW strives to enroll undergraduate classes rich in intellectual abilities, academic commitments, and diversity of perspectives, backgrounds and talents—all of which contribute to a stimulating educational environment.
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