What’s my application type?
Freshman, transfer or postbac — what’s the difference? What about Running Start? Let us help.
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Pride points
54 %
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–July |
| Postbac | December 15 | February 15 | June + July |
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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