This page focuses on the Direct to Major (DTM) application process. Prospective students who are in high school, or have not completed any college credit since graduating from high school, should apply through our DTM admission pathway. Running Start students are considered DTM applicants. All other students should review our Apply! page to determine the appropriate admission pathway. You can learn more about our undergraduate program here!
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Connect with the Allen School
Information Sessions
The Allen School offers hybrid information sessions for prospective DTM applicants on the first Friday of every month from 3:30PM - 4:30pm PT. In-person attendees can stay for a tour of the Allen School buildings immediately following the information session. During this session, you'll learn about the Allen School student experience and the DTM admissions process. Registration with the Office of Admissions is optional but encouraged!
Meet a Current Student
The Allen School Student Recruitment Representatives are current students studying Computer Science or Computer Engineering in the Allen School who hold student employee positions focused on recruiting prospective students. They offer virtual appointments for high school students to answer any questions and share a bit about their experiences in the Allen School. These appointments are only available during the academic year (late September through early June).
Ask our Recruitment Team
You can direct any questions to outreach@cs.washington.edu. We are happy to answer questions about the DTM application process but please note that specific questions about the UW application or application review should be directed to the UW Office of Admissions at askuwadm@uw.edu.
Running Start Appointments
High school students who are dual enrolled at a Washington State Community College as a Running Start student can also schedule a virtual appointment via zoom with someone from our recruitment team. We are happy to provide advice but cannot make an academic plan for you.
K-12 Outreach Programs
The Allen School offers a variety of different activities for K-12 students to learn more about computing. Learn more about our outreach programs and summer opportunities at https://www.cs.washington.edu/outreach/k12.
How to Apply for DTM Admission into the Allen School
DTM Application Process
- Make sure you are on track to meet all UW's Seattle campus admissions deadlines and requirements as outlined on the UW freshman admissions website.
- Apply using the UW Application for Freshman Admissions between September 1 and November 15 of the year before you intend to enroll. To be considered for Allen School DTM admissions, you must list either Computer Science or Computer Engineering as your first choice major.
- If applicable, submit your financial aid application (FAFSA or WASFA) by the UW priority deadline!
There is no separate application for Allen School DTM applicants and no additional materials are required. Applicants should follow the UW freshman application guidelines; you do not need to craft a computing-focused application. Your application will be reviewed by the UW-Seattle Office of Admissions, so questions about the application should be directed to askuwadm@uw.edu.
Autumn 2025 Admissions Timeline
Summer
Begin preparing for the UW application by reviewing the writing prompts for the UW freshman application
September 1
UW freshman application opens
November 15
UW freshman application deadline
December 1
Anticipated FAFSA and WASFA opening date for the 2025 - 2026 academic year
February 28
Priority date for UW Financial Aid (extended from January 15)
March 1-15
Freshman admissions decisions, including Allen School DTM decisions, are released
May 1
National College Decision Day, deadline to confirm enrollment at most colleges & universities.