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Your chances of getting into University of Washington Bothell Campus

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

91.8%
Admission Difficulty for University of Washington Bothell Campus
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Exceptional 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at UWB is 91.8%.  Its admission rate is the 20th lowest in Washington.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into UWB and can you get accepted?

University of Washington Bothell Campus is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 4,383 out of the 4,776 who applied were admitted.

University of Washington Bothell Campus typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.52. 27% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into UWB?

92% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to University of Washington Bothell Campus you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.52 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1320 on the SAT
  • Score 33 on the ACT

UWB GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.52

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into University of Washington Bothell Campus?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into UWB are to have around a 3.52 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.52 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as UWB accepts 92% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at UWB is 3.52 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #10 in Washington for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since UWB is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted University of Washington Bothell Campus students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 2.89% Good
3.75 to 3.99 24.14% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 31.26% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 21.36% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 13.79% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 6.56% Low
2.00 to 2.49 0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

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UWB SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to University of Washington Bothell Campus. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 4% of students submitted SAT scores and 1% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1170-1470

Applicants Submitting SAT 

4%
SAT Scores for University of Washington Bothell Campus
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 560
Math 25th Percentile 610
Composite 25th Percentile 1170
SAT Scores for University of Washington Bothell Campus
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 700
Math 75th Percentile 770
Composite 75th Percentile 1470
Average SAT Score 1320

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to University of Washington Bothell Campus?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at UWB is 1320 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1170-1470. Students who get into University of Washington Bothell Campus score in the top 29 percent of all SAT test takers..  UWB ranks #3 in the state of Washington and #166 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1320 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. UWB regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1170 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1170, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1020, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

University of Washington Bothell Campus is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1320 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1320, you have around a 92% chance of being admitted. A 1470 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 96% chance of getting in.

University of Washington Bothell Campus admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1470 and Above Good >96%
1320 to 1470 Avg + 92%-96%
1170 to 1320 Avg - 86%-92%
1020 to 1170 Reach 76%-86%
Less than 1020 Low <76%
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UWB ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

32-34 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

1%
ACT Scores for University of Washington Bothell Campus
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 32
Math 25th Percentile 27
Composite 25th Percentile 32
ACT Scores for University of Washington Bothell Campus
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 35
Math 75th Percentile 34
Composite 75th Percentile 34
Average ACT Score 33

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into UWB?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to UWB is 33, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 32 and 34.  The school ranks #1 in Washington and #59 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 33. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 32 and score in the score in the top 3 percent nationally.

1 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Washington Bothell Campus.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as University of Washington Bothell Campus is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into UWB for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 33 score has around 92% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 96% with a 34 ACT score.

University of Washington Bothell Campus admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
34 and Above Good >96%
33 to 34 Avg + 92%-96%
32 to 33 Avg - 86%-92%
31 to 32 Reach 76%-86%
Less than 31 Low <76%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

University of Washington Bothell Campus admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,397 2,379 4,776
Accepted 2,211 2,172 4,383
Acceptance Rate 92% 91% 92%
Enrolled 536 650 1,186
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 24% 30% 27%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Washington Bothell Campus is $60.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of Washington Bothell Campus and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of Washington Bothell Campus Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at University of Washington Bothell Campus
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because University of Washington Bothell Campus is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.52 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1320 and ACT of 33 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=377555 IPEDS survey data for University of Washington Bothell Campus.

Last updated February 24, 2025