Admissions

Neuroscience is a space constrained undergraduate program.  To apply, students must complete Biology 180,200, 220 at U of W or an equivalent sequence.  Typically, students will have completed Chemistry and Math in addition to their biology courses prior to applying to the major, though this is not required.  A minimum GPA of 2.5 in the supporting coursework that has been completed is required and individual grades in Biology 180,200,220 of 2.0 or higher.  These grades do not guarantee acceptance into the major, it is expected that grades of accepted students will be higher.  The annual application deadline is the second Friday in October.  Admissions will be completed prior to the beginning of Winter Quarter registration each year. Biology 180,200,220 are the only courses required to apply to the major.

The admissions committee reviews all applicants based on the following criteria: preparation for the major as indicated by grades in all courses required for admission; overall GPA; essay responses reflecting interest in and commitment to the study of neuroscience.  Our admissions process is holistic, all who are interested are welcome to apply. Please note due to University of Washington and the College of Arts and Sciences satisfactory progress policy, candidates with extremely high overall credit totals and quarters of college completed may not be eligible for acceptance.  Priority is given to 3rd and 2nd year students. Approximately 60-70% of those admitted annually are third year students with the remainder 2nd year. First year students who have completed running start biology in high school are rarely admitted due to the advanced nature and rigor of our core courses.

Application forms are available here or on our application link. Please note all students will be required to pay an additional lab fee of $110.00 for both NEUSCI 301 and NEUSCI 302.