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Bachelor's degree

A bachelor's or baccalaureate degree is earned upon the completion of at least 180 college quarter credits. These credits must include the completion of an area of specialization called a major, coursework in certain basic skills, and the fulfillment of general education requirements. If you proceed at the pace of 15 credits per quarter, you will complete 180 credits in four years.

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Board of Regents

The Board of Regents consists of a ten-member body, appointed by Washington's State Governor. The Board's function is to govern the University of Washington.
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