University of Washington (UW): what international applicants need

What are University of Washington's application deadlines for 2026–27?

University of Washington has one application deadline for 2026–27: Regular Decision on November 15, 2026.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is University of Washington's acceptance rate?

39.1% for students who started in fall 2024: University of Washington admitted 27,076 of its 69,166 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does University of Washington require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. University of Washington requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Regular Decision deadline (November 15, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is University of Washington's application fee for international students?

University of Washington's application fee is $95 for international applicants: $10 more than the $85 US applicants pay.

Does University of Washington accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. University of Washington accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does University of Washington accept?

University of Washington doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• UW requires an official TOEFL, IELTS (6.0) or Duolingo (110) score, taken by December 31 of your application year. Only students educated in Australia, Canada (English-speaking provinces), the UK, Ireland, New Zealand or the US are exempt. The alternative: a B average in English courses at a school that teaches in English in grades 10–12, plus SAT Reading and Writing 580 or ACT English 22. Source · checked September 25, 2026
• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does University of Washington require?

University of Washington doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does University of Washington require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. University of Washington requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does University of Washington have?

3,924 of University of Washington's 40,684 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 9.6%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does University of Washington cost for international students?

University of Washington is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $43,209 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $12,973). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $18,405. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $65,541 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source