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Informatics

Informatics is the study of the structure, algorithms, behavior, and interactions of natural and artificial computational systems.

Quick Facts Main takeaways and topics to pay attention to

Quality Over Quantity

Reviewers focus on the quality of evidence provided for thriving in the program rather than the quantity of characteristics discussed.

Communication is Key

Students are evaluated on their ability to effectively convey ideas through writing, which is scored separately from other characteristics.

Outstanding Evidence

The highest score is awarded when there is outstanding evidence that the student will not only thrive but also enrich the program.

The Rubric

The rubric is directly provided from the University of Washington through a process known as the Freedom of Information Act.

Notice

This rubric was last updated for Fall 2024 and is fully up-to-date.
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