Transfer Student Discovery Seminars

Starting your UW journey as a transfer student? These small, discussion-based seminars are designed to help you settle in quickly and confidently. You’ll explore an engaging topic with a UW faculty member, connect with other new transfer students, and get an inside look at the resources, expectations, and opportunities that shape academic life at UW. You’ll also be introduced to UW research right away, giving you an early window into how discovery and inquiry happen across campus.

It’s a chance to earn credit, build community, and step into autumn quarter feeling prepared and supported.

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    Transfer Discovery Seminars

    Starting your UW journey as a transfer student? Join one of our new Transfer Discovery Seminars—small, discussion-based classes designed to help you hit the ground running. You’ll meet a supportive faculty member, connect with other transfer students from all kinds of majors, and get an inside look at the resources that can help you thrive at UW. It’s a chance to earn credit, build community, and step into autumn quarter feeling confident and connected.

    General Education Requirement Info: 5 credits of general education.