Application Procedure

Dual Admission Applicants

The Dual Admissions program allows students who are beginning their studies at an Institute of Technology partner community college to "save a space" in the CSS or CES program and obtain customized advising to ensure full transferability of all coursework. Students accepted in the program are admitted to the UW Tacoma with all the rights and responsibilities afforded any full time student including lab and library privileges and the opportunity to participate in student organizations.

Dual Admission students are not required to take courses at UWT to remain enrolled in the program but must adhere to the following requirements:

1. Maintain quarterly contact with the Dual Admissions Adviser before registering for each quarter
2. Provide unofficial transcripts to the Dual Admission Adviser at the end of each completed quarter once grades are posted
3. Remain in good academic standing with the community college

Those accepted into the program are simulateously admitted to both UW Tacoma and a partner community college, enjoying full University of Washington student status and the following benefits:

• Access to both the UW and community college libraries, computer labs and other resources.
• Customized student services, including academic advising and financial aid counseling.
• Interaction with UW Tacoma faculty, staff, and students as a community college freshman and sophomore.
• High-value educational program, public school cost, and close to home.

Priority Application Dates

Complete applications received by the Priority Application Date will be assured of a review. Complete applications received after the Priority Application Date will be reviewed on a space-available basis.

Remember, several items are required to complete your application. Transcripts often take several weeks to arrive. Your application will not be reviewed for admission until all materials have been received.

Dual Admission Application Procedure

To be considered for admission, students must complete each of the following steps:

1. Download and complete each section of the application form
2. Write a 1-2 page personal statement. Some suggestions for topics include:
   • Reasons for pursuing a computer science or computer engineering degree; your motivation or interests
   • Your academic and professional goals
   • How a BS or BA in one of our degree programs will help you attain those goals
   • Personal strengths and experiences that will contribute to your effectiveness in the program
   • Explanation of any academic or professional difficulties you may have had
3. Obtain official transcripts from High School and any colleges attended.

   Send all application materials, as well as a $50 application fee (check or money order made payable to University of Washington), to:

       University of Washington, Tacoma
       Attn: Dual Admission Processing
       Campus Box 358400
       1900 Commerce Street
       Tacoma, WA 98402
       

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