I'm a student at Seattle Central College looking to transfer to the University of Washington. Does anyone know what a competitive GPA looks like for this transfer? Any specific tips for meeting UW's admission criteria?
The University of Washington has a holistic review process, but a competitive GPA for transfer students is typically above 3.5. The average admitted transfer student has a GPA of 3.55. Remember, however, that even though GPA is an important portion of your application, it is not the only thing that matters.
Additionally, having completed key prerequisite courses in good academic standing will enhance your chances of acceptance. Ensure that you have satisfied the transfer requirements, particularly in courses most relevant to your intended major. As for requirements, be aware that certain programs at UW, like Computer Science, tend to be more competitive and have higher prerequisites and GPA expectations.
Lastly, UW strongly advises transfer applicants to apply for the term that they officially become junior status through their transferred credits. This is typically after completing 90 quarter credits or 60 semester credits. This will ensure you have met their general education requirements and are prepared to pursue major-specific studies immediately upon transferring.
As you work toward this transfer, seek guidance from both your current academic adviser at Seattle Central College and a transfer adviser at UW. This will ensure that you are making the right academic decisions to meet your transfer goals.
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