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Graduate Nonmatriculated Status

Graduate Nonmatriculated (GNM) is a classification for post baccalaureate students who are not seeking a graduate degree at the present time.  While you do not need to have GNM status to register for a graduate level class, you must have it in order to apply the credits to a graduate degree at the University of Washington, should you later be admitted as a graduate student. A minimum grade-point-average of 3.0 in the last 90 quarter (60 semester) graded credits is normally required for consideration. A maximum of 12 GNM credits may be applied toward a graduate degree. Admission as a Graduate Nonmatriculated student does not confer priority for later admission into the Graduate School to pursue a degree.

Basic admissions requirements

• Submission of the Application for Graduate Study and official transcripts. Transcripts are official only if the school envelope remains sealed until it is received in this office.

• Not all departments offer GNM status.  You should contact the department directly to find out if you can apply.

• Some departments require additional items. Applicants must check with their departments to determine additional requirements.

• There is no application fee for the Seattle campus.

• Applicants to all departments on the Bothell and Tacoma campuses must submit a $50 application fee along with their application.

Information for International Applicants

Since Federal regulations mandate that international students be enrolled in a program that leads to a degree, students with F-1 visas may not participate in the GNM program.

When to apply

Autumn Quarter—September 1
Winter Quarter—December 1
Spring Quarter—March 1
Summer Quarter—May 15

Some departments have earlier deadlines which supersede those of the GNM Office. Be sure to check with your department concerning deadlines and additional application requirements.

How to submit a GNM application

1. Log on to the Application for Graduate Study

2. Select Graduate Nonmatriculated for Application Type

3. Complete the online application form

4. Print a draft copy of the application for proofing

5. After you've made any necessary corrections, complete the online process by clicking on the submit button at    the  bottom of the page.

6. When you've received confirmation that your application was submitted, print a final copy of your application.

7. Mail a copy of your signed and dated application to your graduate department, together with your official transcripts and any other material required by your department. NOTE: All departments at the Bothell and Tacoma campuses require a $50 application fee. Be sure to include a check or money order payable to the University Of Washington with your application. There is no application fee for the Seattle campus.

8. Mail a second copy of your official transcript to the GNM Office:
   GNM Office
   301 Loew Hall, PO Box 84808
   University Of Washington
   Seattle, WA 98124-6108

9. Keep a copy of your application for your records.

The online application allows you to save your application data, retrieve the information, then complete and submit the application at your convenience. You are required to have an email address and password to log in to the application.  Please make a note of both because you will need the information to retrieve your application data for subsequent review or modification.

It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all required application materials are sent to the appropriate University offices by the established deadlines.

Graduate Nonmatriculated (GNM) Status Frequently Asked Questions

Failure to submit complete and accurate information may result in denial of this application or dismissal from the University.

The University of Washington values diversity in its broadest context, reaching out to underrepresented individuals to recognize what they have to offer the community. If you have a disability and would like accommodation in the application process, please contact the Coordinator for Disabled Students, 448 Schmitz, (206) 543-8924, V/TDD (206) 543-8925.