Graduate students attending evening and professional degrees can take advantage of a wide range of services and resources at the University of Washington. The following list contains links to services offered to graduate students. For additional information call the University of Washington information number, 206-543-2100.

The UW After Five symbol indicates those services and resources available in the evening.

• Advising
• Book Store
• Business Services and Veterans' Affairs
• Campus Maps
• Career Center
• Childcare Assistance Program
• Computing and Networking Services
• Disability Resources for Students
• Diversity
• Financial Aid
• Food Services
• Graduate Opportunities & Minority Achievement Program (GO-MAP)
• Graduate School
• Health Center
• Health Insurance
• Housing Services
• International Students
• Legal Services
• Libraries
• Minority Affairs
• Night Ride Shuttle
• Parking
• Recreational Sports and Sports Classes
• Safety on Campus
• Student Activities and Union Facilities
• Student Counseling Center
• Student Life
• Testing
• U-PASS
• Women's Center

Advising

Advising for most graduate degree programs is available from departmental advisors. The links below will take you to the department Web site, where you will find contact information.

• Doctor of Audiology
• Master of Communication in Digital Media
• Professional Master's in Computational Linguistics
• Professional Master's in Computer Science & Engineering
• Master's Degrees in Construction Engineering
• Master's in Construction Management
• Master's Degrees in Engineering
• Graduate Entry Program in Nursing (GEPN)
• Executive Master of Health Administration
• Master of Science in Information Management
• Online Master of Library and Information Science (dMLIS)
• Master of Medical Engineering
• Master of Arts in Museology
• External Doctor of Pharmacy
• Executive Master of Public Administration
• Master of Social Work Extended Degree Program
• Master in Strategic Planning for Critical Infrastructures
• Master of Science in Technical Communication
• Danforth Educational Leadership Program
• Leadership for Learning (School District Leadership Program)

Book Store

The University Book Store is organized as an independent corporate trust and operated for the benefit of University of Washington students, faculty and staff. It offers students and staff an eight percent patronage refund on all of their purchases from the store. Contact the store for more information on eligibility and participation.

In addition to textbooks for all UW courses and programs, the store carries school supplies, computer products, UW imprinted apparel and souvenirs, and one of the nation's largest selections of general, reference and children's books.

The main store is located off campus at 4326 University Way NE. Smaller branch stores are located in the Student Union Building (HUB), the South Campus Center, at UW Bothell and UW Tacoma, and in downtown Seattle and Bellevue. For more information about store locations and for store hours, see the University Book Store Web site. Books and other merchandise may also be ordered from the store by calling 206-634-3400 or 1-800-335-READ, or online.

Business Services and Veterans' Affairs

The Office of Business Services and Veterans' Affairs advises students eligible for certain benefit programs or tuition reductions. The office provides assistance to students in the following areas: veterans' benefits, tuition reductions for children of POWs or MIAs, and children of deceased or totally disabled police officers or firefighters.

For more information, visit 520 Schmitz Hall (see campus map), the Special Services Web site, or call 206-543-6122.

Campus Maps

Career Center

The UW Career Center provides comprehensive career services to help you learn the skills and knowledge necessary to conduct an effective career/job search, both now and throughout your working life. The mission of the center is to assist you in obtaining a satisfying career. You are encouraged to begin using the services of the center early in your academic career. Visit the center at 134 Mary Gates Hall (see campus map) or call 206-543-0535 to make an appointment with a career counselor. For more information, see the UW Career Center Web site.

Childcare Assistance Program

This program provides eligible student-parents with direct financial assistance in purchasing services at state-licensed childcare facilities. To apply, submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to the processor by the financial aid priority deadline, February 28, and a Childcare Request Application to the Childcare Coordinating Office by the deadline, May 31. Information and applications are available from the Childcare Coordinating Office, 482 Schmitz Hall (see campus map), 206-543-1041.

Computing and Networking Services

UW students have access to computers, e-mail, the Internet, MyUW and other online resources, Web servers, and computer training. Students need a UW NetID to access computing services. To get a UW NetID, see the UW Web site or visit a general access computing lab in Odegaard Library or Mary Gates Hall (see campus map) and look for a UW NetID creation station. Either way, you need to know your student ID number and the Private Access Code (PAC) that you receive from the Registrar's office.

For more information about computing resources available on campus, see the Computing and Networking Web site and the Catalyst Web site; visit a campus computing lab; or contact UW Technology at help@u.washington.edu.

Disability Resources for Students

The Disability Resources for Students Office (DRS) is committed to providing reasonable academic accommodations to qualified students with disabilities at the UW. DRS strives to support the university in the inclusion of students with disabilities as independent, responsible and productive members of the campus community. If you have a permanent or temporary disability and need assistance, or if you are interested in volunteer opportunities, contact the office at 206-543-8924 (voice), 206-543-8925 (TTY) or uwdss@u.washington.edu, or visit 448 Schmitz Hall (see campus map). For more information, see the DRS Web site.

Diversity

The University of Washington values diversity and is committed to promoting:

• respect for the rights and privileges of others;
• understanding and appreciation of human differences; and
• the constructive expression of ideas.

University of Washington policy prohibits discrimination against members of the University community on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran. As a center of learning, the University has the obligation to maintain conditions which are conducive to freedom of inquiry and expression to the maximum degree compatible with the orderly conduct of its functions. For these purposes, the University is governed by regulations and procedures which safeguard its functions and which, at the same time, protect the rights and freedoms of all members of the academic community.

For more information, see the UW Web site.

Financial Aid

To learn more about financial aid oppurtunities at the UW, visit the Office of Student Financial Aid Web site.

Food Services

University Food Services locations accept cash or the Husky Card Account, a convenient debit account any UW student, staff, or faculty member can establish with a deposit of as little as $10. You access your account with your Husky Card (UW ID card).

Graduate Opportunities & Minority Achievement Program
(GO-MAP)

The Graduate Opportunities & Minority Achievement Program (GO-MAP), a division of The Graduate School, works to promote greater access to advanced studies for students of color and traditionally underrepresented groups. GO-MAP exists to maintain a diverse graduate student community and to enhance the quality of the graduate experience for all students. GO-MAP provides leadership in recruitment and retention of ethnic minority and underrepresented students.

For more information, see the GO-MAP Web site; visit the GO-MAP office at The Graduate School, G-1 Communications Building (see campus map); call 206-543-9016; or e-mail gomap@u.washington.edu.

Graduate School

Visit The Graduate School Web site to learn about resources and programs available to all graduate students at the University of Washington. Information about admissions, fellowships and degree completion is also available.

Health Center

Hall Health Primary Care Center (HHPCC) is a multifaceted outpatient facility that offers quality health care services to UW students and their dependents, faculty and staff, as well as the general public. Staff includes certified internal medicine and family practice physicians, nurse practitioners, medical assistants and patient service representatives.

Top-of-the-line medical care is provided with a focus on health education as an important way to assist patients in maintaining and improving their physical and mental health. For more information, see the HHPCC Web site. The center is located at East Stevens Way across the street from the HUB (see campus map).

Health Insurance

An accident and sickness insurance plan is offered to matriculated students and their dependents. You may enroll for either the quarter or the entire year during registration. To participate in the plan, you must sign up within the first seven calendar days of the quarter. If you wish to cancel or change your insurance, you must do so within the first seven calendar days on MyUW; after that, you will be considered enrolled in the plan and will be required to pay the premium for the plan selected, which is due by the third Friday of the quarter. A brochure about the plan is available at many campus locations, including the Student Insurance Office, Room 468/469 Schmitz Hall, 206-543-6202, and the Hall Health Primary Care Center (see campus maps), and on the Office of the Vice Provost for Student Life Web site.

Housing Services

The Department of Housing and Food Services provides a number of residential options for living on campus. Demand for all on-campus housing is very high, and housing is not guaranteed.

There are eight residence halls with large community areas, study rooms, lounges, recreational facilities and many other amenities. The residence hall dining program gives residents the flexibility to purchase meals at most food service locations. For single students over 20 years of age, there are four- and six-person apartments. For students who are married or registered same-sex partners or have dependent children living with them, there are one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments on or near the UW campus. Students must meet eligibility requirements for assignment to UW apartments. Apartments are often in demand and sometimes have waiting lists. For more information about on-campus housing, visit 301 Schmitz Hall (see campus map), call 206-543-4059 or see the Housing and Food Services Web site.

International Students

Legal Services

Student Legal Services provides legal advice, counseling, negotiating and court representation in legal matters. All currently enrolled students are eligible for a free initial consultation. If additional services are needed, there is a minimal charge. The office is staffed by third-year law students, who are supervised by licensed attorneys, including a staff attorney. Visit the office, HUB G-16 (see campus map), or call 543-6486 to schedule an appointment.

Libraries

The University of Washington has one of the largest research libraries in North America, with a collection of more than six million cataloged volumes, an equal number in microform format, more than 50,000 serial titles, and several million items in other formats. The UW Libraries Web site provides the connection to a wide range of electronic and print resources.

The library system is composed of the Suzzallo and Allen Libraries, the primary location for information and services in the social sciences and humanities; the Odegaard Undergraduate Library (OUGL), which houses the UWired Commons and the Center for Teaching, Learning and Technology (CTLT); the Health Sciences Library and Information Center (HSLIC); the East Asia Library; 15 specialized branch libraries; the Bothell Campus Library; and the Tacoma Campus Library.

For library hours, locations and contact information, see the UW Libraries Web site.

Consultation services are designed for students needing assistance with course- and degree-related projects and assignments. Students may schedule a one-to-one consultation with a librarian by calling 206-543-2060, or by completing a request form on the UW Libraries Web site.

All libraries provide reference services ranging from general information to specialized research assistance. Any reference question may be sent by e-mail to libquest@u.washington.edu.

Minority Affairs

The Office of Minority Affairs provides a variety of services for students, primarily, but not exclusively, for those from backgrounds historically under-represented in higher education.

For more information, see the Office of Minority Affairs Web site; visit Schmitz Hall, Room 394 (see campus map); call 206-685-0518; or e-mail vpoma@u.washington.edu.

Night Ride Shuttle

The University of Washington offers a Night Ride shuttle for students staying on campus after dark who live within a mile of campus. The shuttle runs from 8 p.m. to 12:15 a.m. during autumn, winter, and spring quaters. For more information, visit the Night Ride Shuttle Web site.

Parking

Recreational Sports and Sports Classes

The Department of Recreational Sports Programs offers a comprehensive program of 60 different sports activities. For more information, see the UW Rec Sports Web site.

Safety on Campus

See the Safety section of the UW Student Guide for information about campus safety, including information about the UW Police Department.

Student Activities and Union Facilities

The Student Union Building (HUB), Student Activities Office (SAO), and South Campus Center (SCC) offer a wide variety of student services.

The HUB, located in the center of campus (see campus map), is a popular place to meet, with dining areas, a branch of the University Book Store, self-service postal center, bank and cash machines. Other services and resources in the HUB include a newsstand/candy counter, ticket sales office, information and lost-and-found center, music-listening/study lounge, games area, and free and low-cost meeting rooms. The undergraduate and graduate student governments and the many programs and activities they sponsor, and offices for many student organizations are also located in the HUB.

The SAO provides many services to complement academic programs. These services include workshops in leadership skills, and assistance to students and organizations in program/event planning. The SAO maintains a list of more than 300 student organizations, and assists students who want to become involved in clubs or activities. For more information, see the SAO Web site, visit HUB 207 (see campus map) or call 206-543-2380.

For more information on the services available at the HUB, SAO and SCC, see the Student Activities and Union Facilities Web site, or call the HUB Information Center at 206-543-1447 or the SCC at 206-543-0530.

Student Counseling Center

The Student Counseling Center offers personal counseling and career and study skills to currently enrolled University of Washington students. It provides individual, couples, and group counseling to address a variety of issues typically faced by UW students. Career testing and interpretation workshops are available, as well as study smarter workshops to deal with issues like test anxiety and stress management. Treatment is provided by professional staff who possess either doctoral or master's degrees.

Some evening appointments are available. There is a fee for service. For more information, see the Student Counseling Center Web site, visit the center at 401 Schmitz Hall (see campus map), or call 206-543-1240.

Counseling is also available at the Mental Health Clinic in the Hall Health Primary Care Center (see campus map), 206-685-1011.

Student Life

Testing

The Office of Educational Assessment (OEA) provides a number of testing services. Class exams are administered by instructors and answer sheets are returned to OEA for scoring and analysis. Student test scores and exam score analyses are returned to the instructor as printed or electronic reports. Tests such as distance learning tests, or math, English as a Second Language, and foreign language placement tests are administered to small groups or individuals at the Testing Center in 440 Schmitz Hall (see campus map). The National Tests Program coordinates the administration of large admissions examinations such as the SAT, ACT, LSAT, and MCAT. Registration bulletins for such national tests are available in the main OEA office, 453 Schmitz Hall. For more information, see the OEA Web site or call 206-543-1170.

U-PASS

Students taking campus credit courses through UW Educational Outreach, and International & English Language Programs (IELP) students in credit or noncredit courses on the main campus or in downtown Seattle may purchase a U-PASS through UW Educational Outreach each quarter. You may purchase a U-PASS when registering, but it will not be distributed until the course enrollment is official. The U-PASS sticker must be affixed to a UW ID card. UW Online Learning students are not eligible for the U-PASS. U-PASS holders ride free on all Metro, Community Transit, and Sound Transit routes; pay discounted fares on the Sounder commuter train; and get free carpool parking, subsidized vanpools, merchant discounts, and bicycle discounts. For more information, see the U-PASS Web site or call 206-543-0450.

Women's Center