Computer Science and Engineering

This accelerated program works because most students begin graduate requirements during their senior year in the department. Students are admitted after finishing 300-level requirements so they can plan their CSE senior and graduate requirements as a coherent two-year plan.The program was created with industry-bound students in mind. A master's degree is often the most cost-effective industry degree: the relatively short amount of time spent on the master's (and relatively low expense of one year's tuition) can significantly boost compensation and job opportunities. Both starting salary and long-term prospects are improved with an advanced degree. For students headed to industry, we expect this opportunity to be efficient and effective.
While BS/MS coursework, research options, and faculty connections are valuable for all students, this program may not be necessary for Ph.D.-bound students. Strong students intent on pursuing a Ph.D. should consider applying directly to Ph.D. programs. However, if you are uncertain about your plans, advisors and faculty welcome the opportunity to discuss options with you.

Particular strengths include:

• Artificial Intelligence
• Big Data
• Computational & Synthetic Biology
• Computer Architecture
• Computer Graphics, Vision, Animation, and Game Science
• Computing for Development
• Data Management
• Human Computer Interaction
• Machine Learning
• Programming Languages and Software Engineering
• Robotics
• Security and Privacy
• Sensor Systems
• Systems and Networking
• Theory of Computation
• Ubiquitous Computing

The following are the minimum requirements for applying to the CSE Combined Bachelor's/Master's program:You are a UW CSE undergraduate major.You have junior standing or beyond (90 or more credits).Your GPA is 3.0 or higher.You have completed all required 300-level CSE courses.Competitive applicants will exceed these minimums, typically showing higher grades, CSE coursework beyond the minimum required, and strong written application materials.

Accreditation

The University of Washington is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) and is a member of the Association of American Universities. Individual schools and colleges are members of the various accrediting association in their respective fields. Currently enrolled or prospective students should contact the Office of the Registrar to review accreditation documents for the University and the respective departments to review programmatic accreditation documents.