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UW Tacoma Transfer Tools
- The Course Equivalency Guide provides information on how courses transfer from local Washington state community colleges. Visit the UW Equivalency Guide to see a full list of course equivalencies from Washington state community and technical colleges.
- MyPlan is an academic planning tool, available via UW NetID or Facebook/Google login, to current and prospective University of Washington Tacoma students with transfer coursework from a Washington Community and Technical college to help them develop a plan for their education.
Quarter vs. Semester Credits
The UW Tacoma operates on a quarter system and awards quarter credit. To convert semester credits to quarter credits, multiply the semester credit by 1.5.
Advanced Placement
Credit awarded for an AP score of 3 or better may be accepted to fulfill university admission and proficiency requirements. Please consult with an advisor to determine if AP credits fulfill program prerequisites. Review the Advanced Placement (AP) policies for more information.
Running Start
UW Tacoma will grant full transfer credit for Running Start courses if they meet college-level equivalencies and are recorded on a college transcript. Normal restrictions on transfer credits apply (see below).
College Level Examination Program (CLEP)
The College-level Examination Program is a nationwide program that allows students to earn college credit by examination. The academic programs have authorized the use of these examinations and determined the scores necessary to receive college credit. CLEP examination equivalencies are determined by UW Tacoma faculty and course credit is available in a wide range of lower-division courses. More information about CLEP.
Alternative Credit Options
The UW does not award general credit for work or life experience.