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University of Washington, Tacoma

Tacoma, WA 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate88%

UW Tacoma Admissions

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Washington, Tacoma. The acceptance rate at University of Washington, Tacoma is 88%. Out of 1,974 applications received in 2023, 1,744 students were offered admission.

If you are considering submitting an application to University of Washington, Tacoma, the regular decision application deadline is June 30 and the fee for the application costs $60.

University of Washington, Tacoma Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of Washington, Tacoma's admissions stats.

University of Washington, Tacoma 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.4
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Waitlist No

University of Washington, Tacoma Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Washington, Tacoma.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action Yes November 15 January 1
Regular Decision Yes 6 30

Applying Early to University of Washington, Tacoma?


University of Washington, Tacoma does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 15. University of Washington, Tacoma will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 1.

Some students apply early because they hope it will help their chances of acceptance. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of acceptance, since it shows that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ See a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on University of Washington, Tacoma Admissions


Transferring to University of Washington, Tacoma

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Washington, Tacoma

University of Washington, Tacoma has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of Washington, Tacoma Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of Washington, Tacoma

Wondering what factors are considered by University of Washington, Tacoma during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Application Essay Very Important
Academic GPA Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities Considered
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Talent/Ability Considered
Volunteer Work Considered
Work Experience Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest Considered
First Generation Considered

Make sure to check with University of Washington, Tacoma for more information on admission factors.

University of Washington, Tacoma Application Requirements

To apply to University of Washington, Tacoma, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with University of Washington, Tacoma's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Transcript of High School Record
Written Essay or Personal Statement

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Washington, Tacoma?

Students admitted to University of Washington, Tacoma have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Washington, Tacoma does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to University of Washington, Tacoma

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Washington, Tacoma.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 31.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Washington, Tacoma during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


University of Washington, Tacoma Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to University of Washington, Tacoma?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Washington, Tacoma.

Does University of Washington, Tacoma accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Washington, Tacoma accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Washington, Tacoma accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Washington, Tacoma accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Washington, Tacoma accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Washington, Tacoma?

✅ University of Washington, Tacoma is not test optional.

What is University of Washington, Tacoma's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Washington, Tacoma's acceptance rate is 88%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Washington, Tacoma?

❌ University of Washington, Tacoma does not offer early decision.

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UW Tacoma Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

88%

How hard is it to get into UW Tacoma? UW Tacoma is a somewhat selective institution. The UW Tacoma acceptance rate is 88%. This means that the institution accepts 88 out of every 100 applicants.

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UW Tacoma Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Jun 30

Transfer Applications are Due

Jul 31

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to UW Tacoma is Jun 30.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to UW Tacoma is Jul 31.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

UW Tacoma SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

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Math SAT Range

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Reading SAT Range

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UW Tacoma GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.42

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At UW Tacoma, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.42. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

4,801

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

88%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$12,458

Out-of-State

$40,956

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Jun 30
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