Admission to the University

Admission Requirements

The University considers applications for admission on a rolling basis. The Admission Committee reviews applications as soon as supporting documents have been received. Applicants are encouraged to apply at least three (3) weeks prior to quarter for which they wish to enroll. While the Office of Admission makes every attempt to accommodate students who apply at any time, applications completed less than one week prior to the beginning of a term may not be reviewed before courses begin.

Per Washington Student Achievement Council requirements, to ensure that students entering WTU are adequately prepared to succeed in college, all First Year student applicants are required to complete a minimum level of preparation in the below subject areas (College Academic Distribution Requirements - CADRs) through high school or college course work prior to entering the University. The University accepts students who have completed the CADRs with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. 

  • English Composition/Literature: 4 Years
  • Mathematics: 3 Years
  • Social Studies: 3 Years
  • Lab Science: 2 Years
  • World Language: 2 Years
  • Senior Year Math-Based Quantitative Course: 1 Year
  • Fine, Visual, or Performing Arts: 1/2 Year
  • Elective in CADR Subjects: 1/2 Year

Contact Information

The Office of Admission coordinates the recruitment and processing of applications for undergraduate, graduate and international students.

Phone: 425.223.5812

Email: admissions@washtechu.org

Website: https://www.washtechu.org/registrar

Transfer Admission

When considering a transfer applicant, the Admission Committee looks for documentation that the student's prior academic experiences will provide an adequate foundation for success in college-level coursework taken at WTU. The most important factor considered is the applicant's previous academic record, as evidenced by college transcripts.

Transfer students are expected to have made significant progress toward general education requirements at time of admission as these requirements are a condition of graduation (see Graduation Requirements). Deficiencies in these requirements, however, will not preclude admission to WTU. Transfer students can address deficiencies by taking general education classes at WTU (when and as they are available), by taking courses at other colleges and universities, or by completing CLEP examinations as recognized by WTU. Students should review these requirements with their advisors.

Non-Degree Seeking Student Status Approval

Students who do not plan to seek a degree from WTU may request approval to take undergraduate courses at the University as a non-degree student. The non-degree application is available from the Office of Admission or the campus the student is interested in attending. Non-degree application requirements include:

  • Non-degree application www.washtechu.org/application
  • Transcript(s) from previous post-secondary institution(s) attended
  • A $50 non-refundable application fee
  • Additional documentation may be requested at the University’s discretion

Admission Appeal Process

Students who have been denied admission to the University may appeal their decision through the Washington Technology University Admissions Appeal Committee, which is comprised of University staff and faculty. Students seeking a successful appeal must submit the following information to be considered:

  • A statement (no longer than 2 pages, double-spaced) detailing the reasons why the Appeal Committee should consider altering the initial admission decision. Students should discuss why they believe they will succeed and should convey any important information related to academic potential not indicated on the transcript(s) submitted for admission.
  • Updated transcript(s) detailing any college-level coursework completed since the initial admission decision was rendered, if available.

Admissions appeals should be sent electronically to the Office of Admission at admissions@washtechu.org and addressed to the attention of the chair of the Admissions Appeal Committee.

Non-Academic Experiential Learning

Washington Technology University will not accept transfer credits from any institution for non-academic experiential learning.