Ph.D. Admissions
Admissions Overview
Admission to the Allen School’s Ph.D. program in Computer Science & Engineering is competitive. Each year, we receive applications for Ph.D. Admissions from approximately 2,500 prospective graduate students, from around the globe, with the goal of starting approximately 50-60 students each year. Applications are accepted once per year for an autumn start in the program.
Underrepresented Communities
The University of Washington and the Allen School reaffirm their policy of equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran in accordance with University policy and applicable federal and state statutes and regulations. We encourage applications from women, students with disabilities, and minority candidates for Ph.D. Admissions. Learn more about the Paul G. Allen School’s commitment to Broadening Participation.
Virtual Information Sessions
These sessions will provide an overview of the Allen School’s Ph.D. Admissions application process and incorporate information about graduate student life and experiences with the aid of a panel of graduate students doing Q & A. Interesting participants much pre-register below. All times are Pacific/Seattle time.
| Date | Time | Registration Link |
| Monday, September 15 | 4 P.M. (Pacific) | Register |
| Thursday, September 25 | 4 P.M. (Pacific) | Register |
| Monday, October 13 | 4 P.M. (Pacific) | Register |
| Thursday, October 30 | 4 P.M. (Pacific) | Register |
| Monday, November 10 | 4 P.M. (Pacific) | Register |
| Thursday, November 20 | 4 P.M. (Pacific) | Register |
Ph.D. Application Timeline
- Application Opens: Sept 1
- Application Deadline: December 15 (or the next business day if the 15th falls on a weekend)
- Decisions Released: Mid-Feb
- Grad Visit Days: Mid-March
- Response Deadline: April 15
- Study Begins: Mid-Sept