Admission
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 log into their Application for Graduate Study for instructions on how to send the transcripts electronically or via mail.
UW’s novel coronavirus information page
Graduate School COVID-19 guidance and information
Welcome, we are pleased that you are considering graduate study at the UW! The scope and quality of graduate education at our university is remarkable, as is the caliber of our graduate students. 5
The UW welcomes and encourages applicants from all areas of the world and actively promotes a diverse student body comprised of different ethnic, socioeconomic, cultural, academic and personal backgrounds.
Understanding the Application Process
Applying for graduate school can seem like a daunting task. Where do you start? What can you expect? How does the process work? Each program is a little bit different, but we’ve put together a page to help you understand the basics of applying for a program at the University of Washington.
Learn more about the application process
International Students
International students often have very specific questions regarding language, financial requirements, and employment opportunities. We’ve put together some information to help answer your questions about being an international student at the University of Washington.