Understanding How Colleges Review Applications Ben Siegel Admissions Advisor University of Washington Bothell

Common Admissions Factors Washington CADRs English (4 years) Math (3 years) Senior Year Math-Based Quantitative course (1 year) Social Sciences (3 years) Lab Science (2 years) World Language (2 years) Fine Arts (0.5 year) Cumulative GPA SAT or ACT Test Scores Personal Statement Running Start = Freshman Overall Grade Point Average Test Scores (SAT or ACT) Personal Statement and or essay Grade Trends Senior Year Curriculum Quality of Overall Curriculum Cultural Awareness/Diversity Community Involvement Extra-Curricular Activities Leadership Roles **Again, each school is different and you will want to communicate directly with the school you are applying to for detailed information. Western Washington University

Additional Factors Activity Log Short Response Essays Additional Comments Grade Trend Challenging Coursework Letters of Recommendation Interviews Seattle University

Eligibility vs. Competitiveness “Eligibility” is: “Competitiveness” is: What the school needs to see Demonstrating that you’re ready to benefit from what the school has to offer What the school wants to see Demonstrating that you’re deserving of one of a limited number of spaces Note: These are used not only for admissions but for honors programs and scholarships

Strengthening Your Application Grade Trend Take courses that meet or exceed HS requirements Personal Statement Focus on YOUR Story. SHOW, don’t tell. REFLECT on your experiences Use the Additional Comments Section Convey your potential contributions Demonstrate Interest Take the SAT/ACT more than once UW Bothell

Application Platforms

The Application Timeline Who reads applications? When can you expect to hear back? Early Action, Early Decision, Rolling Admissions, Regular Decision Applications Open Decisions Released Confirmation Deadline Application Deadlines Sept 1 Nov 1 Feb 1 March 15 May 1

Honors Colleges

Interviews Who will interview you? Admissions Counselors Students Alumni When and where will interviews happen? Opportunity to engage in a conversation

Questions? Ben Siegel  bsiegel8@uw.edu  (425) 352-3221