University of Washington is one of the highest ranked public schools in the United States and a world leading research institution in several areas. For example, their programme in Computer Science has a very good reputation and their Machine Learning programme is world known. Often ranked around the top ten universities in the world, UW educates more than 54,000 students annually.
Language of instruction: English Academic calendar: Trimester system: Fall semester late September-December, Winter semester January-late March, Spring Semester late March-mid-June. Credit system: 45 credits is equivalent to 60 ECTS credits Website:www.washington.edu Note: Additional insurance fees may apply.
Visa and vaccine in the USA
The processing time for a visa to study in the USA can take a long time, therefore, you should start the application as soon as you have been accepted for exchange studies at a university in the USA. The same goes for arranging the necessary vaccines you need to start your studies in the US.
For exchange studies in the US, a J-1 visa is required (DS-2019 form):
I-901 SEVIS Fee | ICE
. J-1 students may enter the USA up to 30 days prior to the start date on the DS2019.
Cost for visa: approximately $220 (as of 2023).
Keep the following documents with you in your hand luggage:
Passport
I-20 or DS-2019
I-901 SEVIS fee payment receipt
Proof of financial resources
Acceptance letter from Exchange University
When applying for a US visa, you are required to provide financial evidence to show that you can afford your stay in the US. You can, for example, use a bank statement in this matter.
You can find more information about the visa requirements on the US embassy website:
usembassy.gov/visas
.
Immunization requirements are based on state law, you may need the following vaccines to start your studies in the USA.
Rubeola (Measles, MMR)
Rubella (MMR)
Mumps (MMR)
Tetanus Diphtheria (Td or Tdap)
Meningitis (Men Quad/Conjugate, MCV4)
Meningococcal B (Separate from Meningitis)
You may also need a Tuberculosis screening (most often done upon arrival in the US).
Exchange opportunities
Number of spots: Full-year spots. This exchange is only available for students in computer science during their 4th year. Grade requirements: 4,0
Exchange studies at the University of Washington in Seattle can be applied for by students from EECS for studies in computer science.
