Welcome new Huskies! College Edge is a dynamic program designed to launch incoming first-year students on strong footing. Connect deeply with faculty, peers, and campus before Autumn Quarter.
Are you ready for the University of Washington? Make a smooth transition to the UW by attending College Edge, a special program for new incoming first-year students (freshman). Formerly known as "Early Fall Start", College Edge allows you to enroll in and complete one UW course the month before Autumn quarter begins and get comfortable with college life.
Meet new friends and get ready for the school year at the University of Washington.
Dig deeply into your UW coursework with a five-credit course that applies towards your first year.
Explore a unique, engaging topic in the Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences or Natural Sciences in a small class setting with a UW professor.
Build writing confidence and get access to key learning strategies for college writing success in every discipline.
Sharing your story in a compelling way is crucial for professional success. As a College Edge student, you will have exclusive access to a free Story Workshop with gesture. Take control of future interviews, master your elevator pitch and leave with the tools you'll need to leverage the professional opportunities you'll encounter during your UW academic career.