How does the transfer process work from Everett Community College to UW?

I'm thinking of starting at Everett Community College and then transferring to the University of Washington. Can anyone explain how the direct transfer degree works and what I need to do to make sure my credits are accepted?

The Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA) is a very useful tool for Washington community college students who are aiming to transfer to a four-year university like the University of Washington (UW). By completing a DTA associate degree, which is often referred to as an "associate's degree for transfer", you can automatically fulfill most, if not all, of the general education requirements of most Washington state four-year schools.

The specific process of transferring from Everett Community College to UW would go something like this:

1. Education Planning: Work with an academic advisor at Everett to develop an education plan. This will help you map out which courses you need to take for your DTA degree and which specific prerequisites may be needed for your intended major at UW.

2. Course Selection: Take the necessary coursework at Everett Community College, being mindful to complete classes that fulfill the UW prerequisite requirements for your intended major, as well as the necessary classes for your DTA degree.

3. Apply: When you're ready to transfer, you need to apply to UW by their transfer application deadline. In your application, you will detail your academic experiences, future goals, and how you plan to achieve them at UW.

4. Send Transcripts: Request that Everett send your official transcripts to UW so they can evaluate your course credits.

5. Transfer: Upon acceptance, any applicable credits will be transferred to UW and applied to your graduation requirements as appropriate.

Remember, each intended major at UW may have separate course prerequisites that you need to complete before transferring. For example, if you plan on studying computer science at UW, you should ensure that you complete courses in calculus and programming at Everett. To help with this, make sure you check the UW transfer course equivalency guide for Everett.

Lastly, although the DTA degree fulfills most general education requirements, it might not satisfy all the requirements of your intended degree program at UW. This means you might still have to take additional coursework after transferring. Hence, it's crucial to communicate with advisors at both Everett and UW to understand expectations and optimize your transfer process.