PhD Admissions

Application Deadlines for Autumn 2010

NOTE: The PhD online application opens annually on September 1 for the following fall quarter admission. All application materials must be received by the indicated deadlines. Admission is for Autumn Quarter only.

• U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents: December 15
  
• International Applicants (who have or will need a student F-1 visa): November 1

To be considered for admission, applicants must submit the online University of Washington Graduate School application along with additional application materials discussed below. We encourage prospective applicants from diverse backgrounds and professional experiences to apply.

Checklist

1. Prepare materials for online application.
2. Apply online.
   • Complete the UW Graduate School online application.
     This application includes the statement of purpose, resume/cv and letters of recommendation.
   • Pay the application fee ($65 USD).
3. Mail other application materials.
   • Request that official GRE scores be sent to the Information School.
   • Request that official transcripts from all relevant institutions be sent directly to the Information School.
4. Check receipt status of other application materials online.

International Student Information

An international student is defined as any person who is not a U.S. citizen and does not hold a U.S. Permanent Resident Visa. The definition of international student also includes those who hold U.S. visas, such as an F-1 visa, exchange visitors, and other non-immigrant classifications. The application deadline for all international applicants is November 1.

International applicants must submit these additional required materials to the Graduate School. 

If you have questions about the application process, please contact the iSchool’s Office of Student and Academic Services at iSchoolphd@uw.edu or 206-543-1794. Thank you.