You’ll get to make many choices and express preferences on your journey to becoming a Husky. The activities on this page, however, are required. You must do all of them to enroll at the UW. If you get stuck at any point, don’t hesitate to ask for help. We’re here.
Understand the offer of admission
This part is less fun, so let’s get it out of the way first.
We think you’re going to be a great Husky, but the UW reserves the right to withdraw the offer of admission if:
- Your final records fail to show completion of required courses
- You failed to maintain satisfactory scholastic standing in your coursework
- You did not provide your final official transcripts
- Our decision was based on incomplete or inaccurate information you provided in your application file
Note that the offer of admission is valid only for the quarter indicated on your offer letter. If you are unable to attend the UW at that time but wish to enroll for a future quarter, you will need to submit a new application and meet all requirements and deadlines. If you believe you have extenuating circumstances outside of your control, please contact the Office of Admissions. Circumstances related to academic, professional or personal enrichment opportunities are not considered extenuating circumstances outside of a student’s control.
Understand your assigned major
You are assigned a major or pre-major designation at the time of admission. There are many pre-major designations, and that designation changes once you enter your major. You’ll find your assigned major in your offer letter and on MyUW.
For more information about how majors are assigned, see the admission to majors page.
Understand your financial aid offer
At the University of Washington, we believe that finances should not be a barrier to getting a world-class education.
Access your financial aid offer
If you applied and are eligible for financial aid, you will receive an email referring you to your MyUW portal to review the details of your aid offer. You will be given instructions on how to accept (or reject) your offer. You are not required to accept all of your aid, but you do need to accept the aid you want to receive. Visit the Office of Student Financial Aid website for more information.
Is it too late to apply for aid?
No. While some forms of aid may be limited if your financial aid application is submitted after the February 28 priority date, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible anyway.
Questions about financial aid?
Our staff in the UW Office of Student Financial Aid is here to help.
OK, now that we have that out of the way, let’s move on to the fun part — confirming your offer of admission.
Decline the offer of admission
If you choose not to attend the University of Washington in Seattle, we appreciate you letting us know.
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- If you created a UW NetID, you may decline the offer of admission online.
- No UW NetID? Contact us through our web form.