Degree InformationDegree Offered: DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PHILOSOPHY)CIP Code: 38.0101 Campus: Seattle Admission Requirements and Contact InformationContact Information Carla Saulter Program Website +1 206-543-5855 philgpa@uw.edu Requirements and Prerequisites For more information about admissions to the philosophy PhD program, please see our website. Specific instructions about the different application materials are found on the Application Instructions page. GRE Requirements GRE Requirement: Optional/Not Required. Submitting GRE scores is not required. However, if official scores are submitted, they may be considered during the review process. More Information: We do not require the GRE, and test scores have not factored into our admissions decisions for several years. Our admissions committee places the most weight on an applicant's writing sample, personal statement, and recommendations. Additional Instructions Please do not send application materials via e-mail or physical mail. All applications should be submitted through the graduate admissions portal. Please allow 14 business days from the date you request scores from ETS for them to reach the Graduate School. Be sure to request letters of recommendation well in advance of the deadline to ensure timely arrival.Non-Native English Speaker Information Graduate School requirement: English language proficiency (ELP) is required for graduate study at the University of Washington. Therefore, every applicant whose native language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency as outlined in Graduate School Policy 3.2. Department requirement: Because PhD students in the Department of Philosophy also serve as department TAs, every applicant must also demonstrate speaking proficiency as outlined in Graduate School Policy 5.2. International Student Information Applicants who will need a visa should reference the International Applicant Information page. If admitted to the program, international students requesting an F-1 or J-1 visa will be required to provide financial ability documentation to the UW Graduate School. See our Graduate Funding page Program DeadlinesAutumn 2027 - Domestic: Open Date: 11/01/2026 Deadline Date: 01/04/2027 Autumn 2027 - International: Open Date: 11/01/2026 Deadline Date: 01/04/2027 Application MaterialsEssay 3 Recommendation(s) Statement of Purpose |