Below are descriptions of workshops and information sessions offered for prospective UW students. Also listed are websites with related information. Check the
Transfer Thursday Schedule for dates, times, and locations.
Admission for International Students: Information Session
The international admissions counselor from UW's Office of Admissions will present information on the admission process for international transfer students. The counselor will also be available to answer questions after the session. This is a group session so the counselor will not, however, be able to provide detailed individual admissions counseling. This session is specifically for international students.
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Admission for International Students: Drop-In Advising
The international admissions counselor will be available for drop-in advising from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Office of Admissions, 320 Schmitz Hall, unless otherwise noted. On the the days noted in the schedule (generally the first and third Thursdays of the month), international students with questions about general admissions to the UW can drop-in for a brief advising session. This is specifically for international students who are seeking transfer admission to the UW. If you have a question about department admission requirements or if you need academic advising, please see the Transfer Thursday schedule for the appropriate session.
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Admission for Transfer Students
At this 30-minute session a representative of the UW Office of Admissions will describe admission procedures for transfer students. Topics covered include Core Subject Requirements, the Direct Transfer Agreement, and the Comprehensive Review. This session will
not cover admission procedures for international students.
Offered Thursdays at 2:30, except in the weeks leading up to the February application deadline, when it may be offered more than just once each Thursday.
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Architectural Studies
The Architectural Studies major is a liberal-arts program that prepares students for graduate-level work in Architecture or a related discipline. This session includes a description of the undergraduate major, admission requirements, and application procedures. Please RSVP to jjoichi@u.washington.edu if you plan to attend.
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Architecture and Urban Planning
The College of Architecture and Urban Planning offers four undergraduate majors: Architectural Studies, Community and Environmental Planning, Construction Management, and Landscape Architecture. Learn about these programs, the prerequisites needed for admission to each, and strategies for making a successful transition to the UW.
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Tour of the College of Architecture and Urban Planning
Are you interested in one of the undergraduate majors offered by this college: Architectural Studies, Community and Environmental Planning, Construction Management, or Landscape Architecture? Join us for an information session, a student panel, and a tour of studios and class projects to learn about these programs.
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Art
Prospective freshmen, transfer students and their families are invited to
attend a School of Art Information Session offered each month in conjunction
with the Transfer Thursday sessions in Mary Gates Hall.
It is the goal of the School of Art to engage and educate students in the
diverse and important issues of visual literacy, the creative process, and an
awareness of visual communication. Our Information Sessions, lead by
professional academic advisers, are designed to introduce visitors to all of the
academic and enrichment programs sponsored by the School of Art and to answer
the questions and concerns of prospective students. No reservation or
prearrangement is necessary.
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Bioengineering
This session will cover the admission requirements and opportunities within this exciting new bachelor's degree program.
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Biological Sciences
The Department of Biology offers a BA and BS degree. Major choices for the BS degree include: General Biology; Plant Biology; Physiology; Ecology and Evolution Biology; Environmental and Conservation Biology; and Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology. All majors require basic introductory science courses in chemistry, calculus, biology, and physics. The department is also home to the Undergraduat Neurobiology Program. Drop-in academic advising for prospective transfer students interested in the Biology and Neurobiology majors is available Monday-Friday 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 3:30 pm. in 318 Hitchcock Hall
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Biology Teaching Program
Information about classes and resources at the UW to help you prepare for a career in teaching biology.
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Biomedical Graduate Programs
Information for current UW undergraduates and potential transfer students.
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Business (undergraduate)
This session covers all aspects of the undergraduate program in the Business School, primarily focusing on admission to the program and the various specializations within the degree. Depending on attendance numbers, students may be seen either individually or in a group. Students with very detailed questions may feel better served by scheduling an appointment with an adviser by calling 206-685-3400.
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Business -- Application Workshop
The Application Workshops focus on admission to the undergraduate major in the Business School: how and when to apply, the writing skills assessment (WSA), how the WSA is graded, how to prepare for the WSA, when to take the WSA. Also covered is how and when admissions decisions will be made.
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Business -- Certificate of International Studies in Business
Interested in international business? Attend one of our information sessions to learn more about the Certificate of International Studies in Business Program. Staff and students will talk about admission and program requirements, application procedures, leadership opportunities and career options.
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Business (MBA)
The information session for the full-time Master's in Business Administration program seeks to accomplish three things:
- Provide an overview of the program structure, content, opportunities to concentrate in particular fields, special programs (Entrepreneurship, Global Business, and E-Business), and the expectations we have of students in the programs.
- Present factors which differentiate each of our programs and which differentiate UW MBA programs from other schools. This is to help applicants determine whether the UW is the right school for them and, if so, which program here is the right program for them.
- Discuss MBA admissions criteria issues on the broad level (What factors do all schools consider?) and on the very specific level (recommentations and suggestions on assembling the most effective UW MBA application).
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Business (Evening MBA)
The information session for the Evening Master's in Business Administration program seeks to accomplish three things:
- Provide an overview of the program structure, content, opportunities to concentrate in particular fields, special programs (Entrepreneurship, Global Business, and E-Business), and the expectations we have of students in the programs.
- Present factors which differentiate each of our programs and which differentiate UW MBA programs from other schools. This is to help applicants determine whether the UW is the right school for them and, if so, which program here is the right program for them.
- Discuss MBA admissions criteria issues on the broad level (What factors do all schools consider?) and on the very specific level (recommentations and suggestions on assembling the most effective UW MBA application).
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Civil and Environmental Engineering
Prospective students interested in the civil & environmental engineering program are invited to attend an informal information session and tour of More Hall, including the structural and environmental labs. The information sessions begin in More Hall 218 at 3:30 p.m. with an overview of the program and admission requirements. Later, as we tour the labs, we will ask available students and faculty to talk about their work in CEE. Sign-up is not necessary, but appreciated. For more information, please write to ceadvice@u.washington.edu or call 206-543-5092.
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Communication
Come find out everything you've always wanted to know about the UW Department of Communication: degree options, prerequisites, program requirements, application procedures, and more.
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Community, Environment, and Planning
CEP is an multidisciplinary program in which students examine the nature of communities, analyze natural and built environments, and investigate the theory and practice of planning. The CEP program is designed to foster both student- and community-based undergraduate learning experiences. Students in the major form learning groups of seventeen individuals. Each group comprises a community of mutual learning that requires commitment, personal investment, and strong teamwork strategies from each individual for the duration of the major. Drop in with an adviser to find out more about this unique program and its prerequisites and application procedures. Information about the CEP program is also included in the
Architecture session.
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Comparative History of Ideas
Interested in the Comparative History of Ideas Program? CHID is an interdisciplinary humanities program that emphasizes the need to consider intellectual problems from many different perspectives. During the information session, you'll learn about the program requirements for a major or minor in CHID, our pedagogical philosophies and practices, and the many unique opportunities in CHID, such as international programs. CHID's academic adviser will facilitate the session.
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Computer Science and Engineering
The CSE information session provides information on our BS degree programs in Computer Science and Computer Engineering. During the session you will get an overview of computer-related majors at the UW, research projects in CSE, features of our program, and admissions requirements. We also discuss the application process and hold a Q&A session at the end.
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Construction Management
The interdisciplinary CM curriculum contains a mix of technical, managerial, and business courses to provide graduates with the essential skills to be successful in the construction industry. Starting positions typically are field supervision, management, construction project planning and scheduling, cost estimating, or sales. Drop in advising sessions for the Construction Management program are an opportunity for students to speak one-on-one with the department adviser to:
- Review the program structure and content, including the opportunity to earn a dual degree in Architecture and Construction Management
- Review admissions criteria and the application process
- Plan a sequence of courses to meet the prerequisites
- Discuss strategies for assembling a competitive application for the CM program
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Dentistry
Conducted by one of the predental advisers at the Undergraduate Gateway Center, this session covers the recommended undergraduate program and application procedures for students interested in dental school.
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Earth & Space Sciences
Do you enjoy studying science when you get to work on practical problems?
Are you fascinated by the origins, evolution and present dynamics of our
Earth and its environment? Do you enjoy an interdisciplinary approach to
learning - one that relies on the fundamentals from chemistry, math,
biology, and physics?
The UW Department of Earth and Space Sciences (ESS) invites current and
prospective undergraduate students who are interested in learning about
studying earth and space sciences to an informational meeting. The meeting
is an opportunity to find out about the different degree options within the
major, scholarship and research opportunities available to ESS majors, and
career choices following graduation. Faculty, current ESS majors, and staff will
be available to answer questions.
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Economics
All Economics information sessions are for premajors and new majors. No reservations are required. Following the 30-minute presentation you'll be scheduled for a short individual advising session.
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Education
Drop in to find out more about the programs UW's College of Education has to offer, including the Master in Teaching program leading to a master's degree and teacher certification in secondary education, elementary education, or elementary education with a special education option. Please call before dropping by: 206-543-7834
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Engineering
General Information Sessions are a good way for students to familiarize themselves with the resources offered through the College of Engineering. In this 50 minute session, you'll find out more about:
- College of Engineering statistics
- Admissions process to departments (early- and upper-division admissions)
- Resources available to pre-engineering students
You'll also receive handouts/materials to guide you through your two years of pre-engineering coursework.
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What Do Engineers Do?
This workshop is a good way for you to learn about all the engineering disciplines available at the UW and what exactly a Mechanical, Computer, Chemical, Ceramic Engineer, etc. does--both what you will learn in school as well as your career choices.
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Engineering Drop-In Advising
Advisors specializing in the various engineering departments at the UW are available to meet with you one-on-one to discuss your academic plans. They will not evaluate your transcripts, but they will look over your courses and may be able to help you select courses to take before you transfer.
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Environmental Health
In this session, a representative of the Department of Environmental Health will describe the Bachelor of Science program and discuss prerequisites and application procedures. After the session you will have the opportunity to talk one on one with the representative to discuss your academic plans. The representative will not evaluate your transcripts, but may look over your courses and may be able to help you select courses to take before you transfer.
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Environmental Studies
Interested in Environmental Studies? Attend one of our information sessions to learn more about the Program on the Environment's interdisciplinary B.A. in Environmental Studies as well as our minor. A PoE adviser will explain the program's admission requirements, thematic core courses, and unique Capstone Experience.
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Environmental Majors
Interested in an environmental major? Majors discussed in this session will include: Aquatic & Fishery Sciences; Biology: Ecology, Evolution, & Conservation; Community, Environment, & Planning; Earth & Space Sciences; Environmental Health; Environmental Studies; Environmental Science & Resource Management; Oceanography. Current UW and prospective transfer students welcome.
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Environmental Opportunities Fair
UW Environmental Department Major advisers*, community organizations, companies and agencies are available to talk to you about what it takes to study, volunteer, intern and work in the environmental career fields.
*Participating departments include Program on the Environment, College of Forest Resources, School of Aquatic & Fishery Sciences, School of Law, School of Marine Affairs, School of Oceanography, Center for Career Services, Quantitative Ecology & Resource Management Program, UW Bothell Environmental Programs, UW Tacoma Environmental Programs, Restoration Ecology Network, Anthropology, Biology, Community-Environment-and-Planning, Earth & Space Sciences, Geography, Department of Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences, and Landscape Architecture.
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Evening Degree Program
Evening Degrees are available! Find out more about opportunities for obtaining your bachelor's degree in the evening. We will cover admission requirements and major options, and will answer any questions you may have about the program.
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Financial Aid
This 30-minute session overviews the financial aid application process for
transfer students at the UW. A counselor from the Office of Student Financial
Aid explains the procedures associated with applying for and receiving financial
aid from the UW. Topics include: instructions for filing the Free Application
for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), information on the varying types of financial
aid offered at the UW, definitions of key terms associated with the financial
aid process, and the significance of adhering to the University's priority
filing deadline of February 28th.
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Forest Resources
Find out about your natural world - with a major in the College of Forest Resources! From the soil below your feet to the trees above your head, study it all in Forest Resources. About half of our students are transfer students, and we're committed to a diverse student population. Stop by for a one-on-one appointment and find out about us and our majors in Environmental Science & Resource Management and Paper Science & Engineering.
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Informatics
The information session features faculty members as presenters, and covers informatics as an area of study, career options, admission and program requirements, and application procedures.
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Information Management
(Master's degree) The MSIM program, new in Autumn 2001, is a professional, Friday/Saturday degree program integrating the areas of information management and information technology. Prospective students are management professionals responsible for information technology in organizations, information technology professionals aspiring to information management responsibilities, and mid-career library and information science professionals who want to further their education and advance professionally. The session will cover the opportunities within the program, admission requirements, and application procedures.
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International Programs & Exchanges
Considering studying abroad? Take your education outside the boundaries of the UW campus and across international borders. Explore the 500+ international educational opportunities that exist for UW students by visiting the International Programs and Exchanges website (ipe.washington.edu) or by attending an information session which are offered every day at 3 p.m. in 459 Schmitz.
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Landscape Architecture
A representative of the bachelor's degree program in Landscape Architecture will discuss the program and application procedures.
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Law
This session provides an overview of how to prepare for and apply to law school. It includes issues of timing, course work, majors and taking the LSAT. This is basic information for the prelaw student.
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Linguistics Drop-In Advising
An advisor from the UW Linguistics department is available to meet with you one-on-one to discuss your academic plans. The advisor will not evaluate your transcripts, but may look over your courses and may be able to help you select courses to take before you transfer.
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UW Majors: So Many Choices, So Little Time
For prospective transfer students only
Undecided about your major? This session will introduce you to the Internet tools and other resources available to help you sort out the 115-odd undergraduate majors available at the UW. Students at the UW are supposed to declare a major by the time they reach 105 credits, which means most transfer students must choose a major within a few quarters after they arrive. Many UW majors have competitive admission, prerequisite courses, and application deadlines. We also offer a Major Decisions workshop (description below), which emphasizes decision-making techniques; this session, on the other hand, is more about helping you organize your research so you can learn what majors the UW has to offer.
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Major Decisions: Finding a Major That Works for You
Whether you're just beginning to think about majors and careers or beginnng to worry because you haven't gotten connected to a major yet, this workshop, led by career and academic counselors, will help you take the first steps to matching your skills, abilities, interests, and values to majors here at the University of Washington and to the work world beyond.
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Medical Technology
Are you interested in a career in health care? Do you enjoy the sciences and laboratory work and care about people? If so, Medical Technology is a great major. At this information session you can find out what Medical Technologists do, learn about the B.S. degree in Medical Technology, and hear about the many job opportunities and excellent salaries.
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MEDEX
MEDEX, the Northwest Physician Assistant Training Program, accepts applications from persons who have already had at least two years of experience as a practicing health professional. Information Sessions are scheduled monthly, April through September. These sessions provide an opportunity for applicants and prospective applicants to hear about the application process and ask any questions they may have about PA education, employment and current issues.
Sessions are also scheduled thoughout the WWAMI (Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana and Idaho) region and Nevada over the course of the application season.
To attend a session, you should call the MEDEX Seattle office at (206) 598-2600 to register. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 5:00PM PST. We will inform you of the specific location at that time. Space in each session is limited, available on a first-come basis.
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Minority Affairs: Academic & Cultural Programs
The Office of Minority Affairs has served over 10,000 undergraduate students through a variety of academic, social, and pre-college programs designed to enhance student learning at the UW. Discover our link to a network of cultural communities on campus and how to access personal, academic advisors, tutors, and mentors. Panel Format; Presenters: Cynthia Masterson, Native American Recruter/Transfer Advisor, Leo Pangelinan, Transfer Advisor & Student Outreach Ambassadors.
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Nursing (BSN)
If you're considering nursing as a career, this information session will tell you about prerequisites, competitiveness, the application process, and good ways to prepare for applying to nursing school. Since planning ahead is essential, advisers recommend attending an information session as early as possible in your academic career.
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Nursing-- Applying to the program
This information session is for students who will be applying in this academic year to enter the UW-Seattle nursing program in the upcoming Autumn quarter.
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Nursing (MN/MS)
These sessions are designed for anyone who is interested in applying to the Master of Nursing (MN) or Master of Science (MS) program. If you are already a nurse or will have your nursing license and a bachelor's degree (in any field) before starting your MN, this is the session for you! We cover the application process, ways to start classes as a non-matriculated applicant, and review each of the focal area specialty offerings. You'll leave with tips and strategies on how to apply competitively to our MN/MS programs.
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Pharmacy
The UW School of Pharmacy offers a four-year professional program leading to the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) degree. Students are admitted to the School of Pharmacy only after the completion of a minimum of two years of college-level prerequisites. Over fifty percent of applicants have a Bachelor's or higher degree. Information Sessions are scheduled monthly, April through December. These sessions provide an opportunity for applicants and prospective applicants to hear about the application process and ask any questions they may have about the Doctor of Pharmacy Program, employment and current issues. To attend a session, please call the UW School of Pharmacy Office of Academic and Student Programs at (206) 685-2715.
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Podiatry
Have you ever considered podiatry as a career? If so, this presentation is for you. Dr. William Boegel from the American Podiatric Medical Association will be coming to campus to speak with UW students who might be thinking about podiatry.
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Policy Studies Master's Degree
The Master of Arts in Policy Studies is a new program offered at UW's Bothell campus starting in Autumn 2002. The program offers an innovative approach to local and global policy issues, combining professional and liberal arts education. The information session will cover the goals and curriculum of the MAPS degree and how to apply.
additional sessions at UW-Bothell
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Premed
Conducted by one of the premed advisers at the Undergraduate Gateway Center, this session covers the recommended undergraduate program and application procedures for students interested in medical school.
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Prosthetics & Orthotics, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Open House
Meet faculty and students. See professional materials, exhibits and displays, and curriculum information. Refreshments will be provided.
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Psychology
In this session, a representative of the Department of Psychology will describe the Bachelor or Arts and Bachelor of Science programs, and discuss prerequisites and application procedures.
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Psychology Drop-In Advising
Advisors specializing in psychology at the UW are available to meet with you one-on-one to discuss your academic plans. They will not evaluate your transcripts, but they will look over your courses and may be able to help you select courses to take before you transfer.
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Public Administration
The Master of Public Administration degree prepares graduate students for leadership positions in the public and non-profit sectors. This session includes descriptions of program options and application procedures.
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Public Health
*Undergraduate Major in Public Health *- Description and discussion of required and electives courses, graduate school and career opportunities as well as discussion of specific requirements for application for admission into the major.
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Social Work BA Programs
This information session covers the the two BA programs in the School of Social Work: the Bachelor of Arts in Social Welfare and the Bachelor of Arts in Community, Leadership, and Social Justice, including admission requirements and application procedures. Students interested in the Master in Social Work (MSW) degree should attend an MSW information session.
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Social Work - Master's Degree
This information session covers the Master of Social Work (MSW), admission requirements, and application procedures. Students interested in the Bachelor of Arts in Social Welfare should attend Social Welfare information session.
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Speech and Hearing Sciences
This information session covers the bachelor's degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences, admission requirements, and application procedures.
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Transfer Cafe
Tau Sigma, the national honor society for transfer students, organizes this weekly event. It is an informal gathering of admitted and prospective transfer students designed to aid transfer students in their transition to student life at the UW. Feel free to drop in and chat with someone who's gone through what you're going through!
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Technical Communication
Technical Communication is a multidisciplinary major in which students can learn about technical writing and editing, web design, science journalism, user interface design and usability, computer documentation, and the social and political aspects of technology--as well as gain "real-world" experience through internships and senior study projects.
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Life at the UW: The transfer student perspective
Join experienced UW transfer students for a question and answer session about life as a UW student. Bring your questions!
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Undergraduate Research Program
The Undergraduate Research Program (URP) promotes and facilitates opportunities for undergraduates to participate in research with faculty, provides a public forum for students to present their work, and offers advising and other resources.
The URP Information Session will address how the Undergraduate Research Program can help students pursue her/his research interests. Primarily for undergraduates who have yet to begin research, the session will provide research resources, information on funding, and suggestions for approaching faculty. Additionally, the session will be highly student-driven, with an emphasis on student questions and concerns.
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Veterinary Medicine
Conducted by one of the premed advisers at the Undergraduate Gateway Center, this session covers the recommended undergraduate program and application procedures for students interested in veterinary school.
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Writing the Personal Statement
Many transfer applicants aren't certain how to write the personal statement that is part of the application for admission. What topics should you cover? How should you organize your comments? Attend this session for some guidelines.
