For Spring Quarter 2023, the Office of Student Services will hold advising appointments and other meetings both in person and online. See here for information about how to connect with advisers. Students and faculty can also reach advisers and other OSS staff directly via email, and they will reply as soon as possible.
The Office of Student Services is here to help you throughout your time in the College of Education. From navigating the application process to academic advising to connecting you with other UW services, we are ready to support your success.
Our office is located in 206 Miller Hall. For Spring 2023, the office is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Online appointments and meetings can occur outside these hours -- check with specific advisers or staff to find out their availability.
Please call (206-543-7834) or email us to let us know how we can help!
Our Services
Our staff provides support with a range of issues and questions, including (but not limited to) those listed below. Please contact us for assistance!
General
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Application/admission questions
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Degree completion steps, deadlines and requirements
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Forms for UW, College of Education and Graduate School processes and procedures
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Graduation final steps, deadlines and logistics
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Maintaining student records
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Petition information and processes
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Professional and career development
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Providing a safe space for students to share concerns
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Referrals to other College and UW resources/offices
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Resolving unique or difficult situations
Undergraduate Students
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Formal academic advising for undergraduate majors
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Transferring coursework from other colleges and universities
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UW general education requirements
Graduate Students
- Faculty advisors and committees
- Funding questions (e.g. College scholarships and RA/TA positions)
- Master’s degree exam registration and general information
- On-leave status questions and forms
- Transferring or applying previous coursework
Mission and Vision
Mission
The Office of Student Services supports prospective and current students to accomplish their academic and professional goals.
Our commitment is to:
- Foster an inclusive educational community
- Promote learning within and beyond the classroom
- Challenge personal, institutional, and systemic barriers
- Build on the strengths of our students, communities, and programs
Vision
We will be a leader in advocating with and for students as they achieve their educational goals. Our graduates will create and promote justice and equity in communities and educational systems.