Bachelor of Earth System Science at University of Washington Bothell

University of Washington Bothell offers the Bachelor of Earth System Science as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Bothell , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 4 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for earth system science and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on September 28, 2026.

About Bachelor of Earth System Science

The ESS degree program is jointly administered by the School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences (IAS) and the School of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM). with teaching and research contributions from faculty members in both schools.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Earth System Science at University of Washington Bothell

Entry Requirements

Completion ofCollege Academic Distribution Requirements(CADR’s)
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
Submission of unofficial high school transcript from most recent high school attended
Proof of English language proficiency is required for all students who did not complete more than half (at least 7 years) of their primary and secondary education in school(s) a) where English was not the language of instruction and b) in countries other than the United States, Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom.Learn more on our English language proficiency page.
The University of Washington Bothell no longer requires SAT or ACT scores (read the January 27, 2021 announcementfor more information)

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 83

English Program Requirements

Proficiency in English is required for graduate study at the University of Washington as outlined in Memo 8. Therefore, every applicant whose native language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency. Proficiency for this program can be demonstrated in one of the followingways:

A bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United States where English is the medium of instruction.

A bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree from an institution in Australia, the Bahamas, Canada, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, Trinidad and Tobago, or the United Kingdom and where English is the medium of instruction. While enrolled at the degree-granting school, the student must be in residence on campus.

Official documentation from the applicant’s undergraduate degree-granting institution (if the institution is in a country other than those listed in #2 above) verifying thatallinstruction is in English. A minimum of three years of enrollment at the undergraduate institution is required. Documentation must be presented to the Graduate School; credential service reports are not acceptable. Acceptable documentation must be one of the following:

Official or attested letter from the undergraduate college, University Registrar, or Controller of Examinations office.
Official transcripts, attested mark sheets, or degree statements are also accepted if English is stated as the medium of instruction.

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Earth System Science at University of Washington Bothell

How to Apply for Bachelor of Earth System Science at University of Washington Bothell

Step 1: Check application deadlines

Step 2: Complete an application form

Transfer students (includes current UW Seattle and UW Tacoma Students)

Domestic Students: submit the Application for Transfer Admission to the University of Washington Bothell online.
International F-1 Students: Submit the Application for International Transfer Admission to the University of Washington Bothell online.
Refer to the ISS requirements and checklist page for complete details.

Step 3: Complete supplemental application requirements

A. Complete a writing assessment option

Submit your Personal Statement and your grade on the Advanced Composition Course Pre-requisite
Submit official SAT W or ACT score to UW Bothell Admissions
Register for the Writing Skills Assessment (WSA) prior to the posted application deadline

B. Submittranscripts:

Current UW Bothell (Pre-Major)Students:Provide one unofficial transcript from each college or university you have attended with your application. This will also include your UW transcripts.

C. Submit personal statement

Prepare a personal statement (no more than two pages double-spaced) that addresses each of the following:

Your preparation and motivation to pursue upper-division studies in business.
Your ability to contribute to the educational experience of other students at UW Bothell campus or the ELC in Bellevue
Other factors that you would like the Admissions Committee to consider (i.e., academic or personal challenges).

D. Submit resume

Prepare a resume (maximum one page in length) that includes education, employment, volunteer/extracurricular activities, and interests.

E. Additional information

Complete applications received by the application deadline will be assured of a review; complete applications received after the application deadline will be reviewed on a space-available basis. Admissions will remain open until the program is full.

Your admission is contingent upon receipt of transcripts verifying successful completion of all prerequisite courses prior to the quarter you will begin classes at the University.

Additional information about these requirements can be found on our Admission
Requirements page.

Please contact an UW Bothell [email protected] if you have questions about any of these requirements.

Bachelor of Earth System Science at University of Washington Bothell

University of Washington Bothell

United States of America, Bothell