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    Psychology - PhD

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    Basic Information

    Degree Information

    Degree Offered:
    CIP Code: 42.2799
    Campus: Seattle

    Admission Requirements and Contact Information


    All materials must be uploaded and application fee paid by Monday, December 1, 2025 for U.S. & International applicants.


    Contact Information
    Graduate Program Office
    Program Website
    +1 206-543-8687
    psygrad@uw.edu

    Requirements and Prerequisites

    A strong background in statistics, scientific research experience, and coursework relevant to the field of interest is highly recommended.

    We will add information on the 2026 Visit Day to the Prospective Student page when known.


    GRE Requirements
    GRE Requirement: Not Considered. GRE scores are not required and, if submitted, will not be considered during the admissions decision process.


    Additional Instructions

    There is no separate application for departmental funding because the Department of Psychology offers ALL students (U.S. & International) admitted to the program funding as a Teaching or Research Assistant.

    Completing a financial aid application or private educational bank loan is up to an applicant's individual situation and does not affect eligibility of departmental funding or admissions decisions.

    ALL offers include funding, pending successful completion of language testing, if applicable.


    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.

    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.

    Program Deadlines


    Autumn 2025 - Domestic:
    Open Date: 09/01/2024
    Deadline Date: 04/11/2025

    Autumn 2025 - International:
    Open Date: 09/01/2024
    Deadline Date: 12/02/2024

    Autumn 2026 - Domestic:
    Open Date: 09/01/2025
    Deadline Date: 12/01/2025

    Autumn 2026 - International:
    Open Date: 09/01/2025
    Deadline Date: 12/01/2025

    Application Materials


    Personal Statement
    3 Recommendation(s)
    Statement of Purpose