The University of Washington Tuition Exemption Program, established under the authority of RCW 28B.15.558, enables University of Washington employees, State of Washington employees and members of the Washington National Guard who have been admitted to the University of Washington, to have tuition waived for up to six credits when enrollment is on a “space-available” basis .

The Tuition Exemption Program is available at the University of Washington Seattle, Bothell and Tacoma campuses. Those who enroll at the UW on a “space-available” basis for more than six credits will receive the tuition waiver for the first six credits, and will pay a per credit charge for the credits taken over six. Other categories of students may also be eligible for reduced tuition and fees. The reductions are established by legislative mandate and may be revoked by the legislature at any time.