Congratulations on your admission to the University of Washington Tacoma!

Review these frequently asked questions to learn more about your admissions decision and your next steps as a UW Tacoma husky.

When will I receive my financial aid offer?

It is important to note that the 2024/2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA) will be open by December 31. The University of Washington priority filing date for the FAFSA and WASFA is February 28. Our FAFSA school code is 003798.

 

Admitted Freshmen - Once your financial aid forms are completed, you can expect to receive a financial aid offer in early spring. Please be sure to check your email and MyUW account early and often, as you will receive a notification when an award is ready. 

Admitted Transfers - Once your financial aid forms are completed, you can expect to receive a financial aid offer in early summer. Please be sure to check your email and MyUW account early and often, as you will receive a notification when an award is ready. 

To learn more about financial aid at UW Tacoma, please review the Office of Student Financial Aid & Scholarships website

Did I get into my major?

The decision you received is for university admission only. 
 
For specific information about major admission requirements, please review the website for your intended major or connect with an admissions counselor.

Freshmen Direct Admission to major - If you meet eligibility requirements and selected a Milgard School of Business or School of Engineering and Technology major as your first choice on the application, you will be considered for direct admission to one of those programs. Direct admit decisions will come out in the spring.

 

 

When do I have to confirm my admission?

We recommend students confirm their admission as soon they feel ready. The priority confirmation date is June 1. Students must confirm their admission before they can register for classes, apply for university scholarships, apply for housing and register for orientation. 

 

If you're ready, you can confirm your admission with the button below!

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When is New Student Orientation?

Orientation has three components.

  • Advising and Registration days take place in June/July for admitted freshmen. These sessions are designed for you to meet with advisors and select classes for the fall quarter. 
  • New students are required to join their fellow new husky classmates and attend an in-person orientation in September. During this four-hour session, you will: learn more about what to expect as a UW Tacoma student, hear about vital resources and where to find your classes, participate in the challenge coin tradition and student passport, and meet staff and learn where key offices are located.
  • Online Orientation is a requirement for all admitted students to complete. There are important must do elements included such as submitting your Husky ID card photo and completing the Husky Prevention and Response Course. Online orientation becomes available in August.
When can I sign up for On-Campus Housing?

The Housing and Residence life application will open in the spring. Students will be notified when the application becomes available.  Learn more about housing at UW Tacoma on our website.

How do I log-in to my Applicant Status Page?

Students must set up an account to view their applicant status page. Please check your email for a message titled: "Application Update: Set up your applicant status page."  This message will include a custom link, username and temporary pin to set up your account. After signing in, you'll be prompted to change your password. Your applicant status page will show your application checklist, your decision, and important next step information.