Application for Graduate Study at the University of Washington
We’re happy that you’ve decided to apply to the UW!
NOTE: Professional programs at the UW do not use this online application. Please consult their websites for admissions information and application instructions.
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Before You Begin
Review the information below for important tips to help you complete and manage your application successfully.
If you have previously reviewed this page, you can go to the appropriate application.
IMPORTANT
The Graduate School has transitioned to a new admissions system beginning Autumn 2024 and beyond.
For admission to programs beginning in Autumn 2024 and beyond
Please use our new admissions system to start your application.
For admission to programs beginning in Summer 2024
Returning applicants can log into your account.
Please note: Not all programs open for admissions at the same time. To see when your intended program is open for admissions, go to the new admissions system, start a new application for the program you are applying to and then go the Program Requirements page and verify your intended program’s Application Open date.
New Applicants
Please use our new admissions system to start your application.
Returning Applicants
For admission to programs beginning in Summer 2024:
For admission to programs beginning in Autumn 2024 and beyond
Please use our new admissions system to log into your application.
If you already have a profile, you can log in to your account to
- Update your applicant profile
- Create a new application
- Edit or submit an existing application(s)
- Check the status of a submitted application for information such as:
- receipt of letters of recommendation
- receipt of test scores
- a decision on your application
- if you are offered admission, your student number and personal access code (PAC)
- if you are requesting a F-1 or J-1 visa, steps to obtain a visa application
Application Fee
If you want to apply to more than one program, you must submit an application and pay the fee for each program. The nonrefundable application fee is $85.00 (USD) or $75.00 for Graduate Non-Matriculated applications, beginning with applications for Autumn 2025 the application fee will be $90.00 (USD) and remain $75.00 (USD) for Graduate Non-Matriculated applications, this subject to change without notice. The fee can be paid only online, using a MasterCard or Visa credit/debit card.
Fee Waivers
Some students may also be eligible to have their application fee waived.
More about Application Fee Waivers
Questions?
Contact the Graduate School at uwgrad@uw.edu or 206.685.2630. The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities.
To request disability accommodation in the admission and application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206.543.6450 (Voice), 206.543.6452 (TTY), 206.685.7264 (FAX), or dso@u.washington.edu.