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How to Apply

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• Admission Requirements
• Application Information
• Fees and Tuition
• Credit and Earning the Certificate

Admission Requirements .

A baccalaureate degree (B.A.) from an accredited college or university is required. Significant work experience can substitute for the degree.

All international students entering this program are expected to have adequate English language proficiency. For students where English is their second language, having the test scores or completion of these UW programs is a requirement before enrolling in this program. For students requiring an I-20 for their F-1 visa, students must meet one or more of the following English language test scores or have completed one of the following programs before taking this program:

• A TOEFL score of at least 550 (213 computer-based or 79-80 internet-based)
• A TOEIC score of at least 750
• An IELTS score of at least 6.5
  

-or-

• Successful completion of the Upper-Division in the UW Intensive English Program
• Successful completion of the UW Certificate Program in Business for International Professionals
• Graduation from a U.S. university, graduation from a university in an English-speaking country, or prior residence in an English-speaking country.

Note: Current undergraduate students ARE NOT eligible for this program. For other course options, please see your adviser.

Application Process

The Summer 2008 program is no longer accepting applications. The next program begins in Summer 2009. Click here to be notified via e-mail when complete details for the next program are available online. The following information regarding the application process may be helpful as you plan for applying to the next program:

To Apply: Submit one copy of the application form with a $50 certificate program fee* and two stapled application sets, which include the following clearly labeled documents:

1. A typed (500-word maximum) letter of application describing describing: (a) Why are you interested in completing this intensive program? (b) What are the unique strengths, talents and skills that you bring to the program? and (c) How do you believe completing this program will help you attain your personal and professional goals.
2. A copy of your résumé listing education and applicable experience
3. A photocopy of your college transcripts for at least the last two years of undergraduate or graduate education
4. (For graduates of a non-english speaking university) Submit TOEFL or other English language test scores

Application Review: Selection of program participants is based on admission requirements. Applicants receive written notification of their acceptance or non-acceptance within two weeks after their application is received.

Enrollment: Applicants accepted to the program please note that enrollment information is included on the registration form that comes with your letter of acceptance. Accepted students are encouraged to make their tuition payment early. Enrollment in the program is on a first-come, first-served basis, upon receipt of the tuition payment.

Waitlist: Some programs maintain a waitlist for applicants accepted after the program has reached enrollment capacity. If space becomes available, waitlisted applicants will be notified and given an opportunity to enroll. If space does not become available, waitlisted applicants will be offered a space in the next program offering.

* The certificate program fee is not refundable and does not guarantee admission to, or enrollment in, the program.

Fees and Tuition

Tuition is $2,999 plus a $50 nonrefundable certificate program fee. There is also a $35 nonrefundable registration fee. The cost of textbooks is extra. A portion of the student fees will be used for a reception at the end of the program.

Full tuition plus the nonrefundable registration fee is due by June 6, 2008. The University's tuition exemption policy does not apply to this program. Fees and tuition are subject to change.

Information on registration and refund policies and procedures is included with registration materials (on registration form). Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis until the program is full.

International applicants only: Due to increased visa application regulations, we strongly recommend that international students apply for the I-20 as soon as possible, and by April 25, 2008, at the latest. Transfer I-20s will be issued after registration in the program, or when otherwise requested for travel. You will find information about visas, housing, medical insurance and more on the Application Information Page under International and English Language Programs.

Credit and Earning the Certificate

Students must successfully complete all assignments and a business plan to earn 15 ADMIN 510 quarter credits and a certificate. No partial credit is awarded.

Students who wish to earn graduate-level credit at the UW must be accepted into a graduate status. If you have questions, contact your department or the Graduate Admissions Office at 206-543-5929.