UW Graduate School

NOTICE: In-Person Meetings Suspended

Graduate students: Due to concerns around novel coronavirus and in accordance with guidance from public health officials, the offices of the Graduate School will not be scheduling any in-person meetings with students until further notice. Remote appointments (by phone or video chat) are still available. Please contact the appropriate office to schedule.

Students who have accepted an offer of admission should have their transcripts mailed to the Graduate School. Information, instructions and mailing address can be found by logging in to the Application for Graduate Study.

UW’s novel coronavirus information page

Graduate School COVID-19 guidance and information

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