Direct First-Year Admit (DFA)

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Want to join the School of Business from day one?

Be a part of the School of Business from the moment you step foot on campus! Embarking on the journey of college life is an exhilarating endeavor, and you can kickstart your future by investing in your education at the UW Bothell School of Business as a Direct First-Year Admit Student.

What is the Direct First-Year Admit Program?

The Direct First-Year Admit program is designed for high school students who possess a keen interest in pursuing business studies, offering them the opportunity to apply directly to the UW Bothell School of Business alongside their UW Bothell application.

Students accepted as a Direct First-Year Admit will join the School of Business at UW Bothell if they complete their Prerequisite courses before declaring a specific area of study.

At UW Bothell, the School of Business stands out as a distinguished institution, offering a comprehensive and competitive business education. We are committed to providing aspiring students with a direct pathway to immerse themselves in the dynamic world of business right from the beginning of their academic journey!

Business Administration prerequisites
Economics prerequisites

Upon becoming a DFA student, you will

  • Be eligible for School of Business scholarship opportunities
  • Declare Business Administration or Economics as their major
  • Gain the opportunity to network with leading companies at School of Business events
  • Engage with a community of like-minded business students
  • Get involved in business clubs, such as Economics, Marketing, or Women in Business
  • Utilize Career Services resources
  • Receive guidance from Academic Advisers from day one

Who can apply

  • High school students
  • Running Start students (directly from high school)

How to apply & admissions process

Ensure your application follows the first-year student application deadlines and take the following actions:

  1. Indicate your intended major is Business Administration or Economics on your application
  2. List your participation in high school Business clubs
  3. Complete your deposit
  4. Schedule your orientation

Questions?

Please contact Tracy Gojdics, Director of Undergraduate Business Programs at tracylt@uw.edu.