How to apply
One application to UW Bothell and the School of Business
All business prerequisites must be completed prior to beginning the program.
Transfer students: 60 transferable credits must be completed prior to application.
Step 1: Check application deadlines
First-year student application deadlines for consideration our Direct First-Year Admit (DFA) program
Transfer, post-baccalaureate, returning, and internal student application deadlines
We review applications received and/or completed before the application deadlines on a quarterly basis.
Step 2: Complete an application form
Transfer students (includes current UW Seattle and UW Tacoma Students)
- Domestic Students: submit the Application for Transfer Admission to the University of Washington Bothell online.
- International F-1 Students: Submit the Application for International Transfer Admission to the University of Washington Bothell online.
Refer to the ISS requirements and checklist page for complete details.
Returning UW Bothell Students
If you were previously enrolled at UW Bothell, submit Returning Student Application to the University of Washington Bothell online. Returning students will also need to submit an updated personal statement.
Current UW Bothell Students (pre-majors) – submit online to School of Business
Log into the Internal Application using your UW email address.
Step 3: Complete supplemental application requirements
Please submit all materials to UW Bothell Admissions Office.
A. Submit transcripts
Current UW Bothell (Pre-Major) Students: Provide one unofficial transcript from each college or university you have attended, including your UW transcripts.
Transfer Students: Provide official transcripts from each college or university you have attended with your application.
All official transcripts can be sent to the address below:
University of Washington Bothell
17927 113th Ave NE
Box 358500
Bothell, WA 98011
See the transcripts FAQ for additional information.
B. Submit personal statement
Prepare a personal statement (no more than two pages double-spaced) that addresses each of the following:
- Your preparation and motivation to pursue upper-division studies in business.
- Your ability to contribute to the educational experience of other students at either our Bothell or Bellevue locations.
- Other factors that you would like the Admissions Committee to consider (i.e., academic or personal challenges).
C. Additional information
Complete applications received by the application deadline will be assured of a review; complete applications received after the application deadline will be reviewed on a space-available basis. Admissions will remain open until the program is full.
Your admission is contingent upon receipt of transcripts verifying successful completion of all prerequisite courses prior to the quarter you will begin classes at the University.
Additional information about these requirements can be found on our Admission
Requirements page.