At the University of Washington Office for Academic Personnel and Faculty, Academic Personnel & Faculty Affairs provides comprehensive guidance and support for faculty, librarians, residents and fellows, postdocs, and academic staff. We are dedicated to advancing faculty success through clear policies, efficient processes, and strategic resources.
Within Academic Personnel & Faculty Affairs, two teams carry out this work:
Academic Personnel & Faculty Affairs Operations collaborates across campuses to facilitate recruitment, hiring, retention, and promotion. This team provides detailed guidance on appointments, promotions, tenure, reappointments, separations, and the use of standardized forms, templates, and calendars that streamline faculty management.
International Scholars Operations supports the UW’s global academic community by processing requests for visa sponsorship, offering training and guidance to academic units, and helping international scholars maintain compliance with their visas.
Together, these teams make Academic Personnel & Faculty Affairs a premier resource for fostering academic excellence, supporting professional advancement, and ensuring that UW remains a destination for world-class faculty and scholars.
For Faculty
The Office for Academic Personnel and Faculty (APF) at the UW is dedicated to supporting faculty. From onboarding and leadership development to promotion and tenure, and navigating policy, APF is here to help you succeed.
Academic Titles and Ranks
Explore the UW’s academic titles and ranks through our user-friendly breakdown. Titles and ranks are grouped together for clarity and convenience in your search for key resources.
Policies and Procedures
Access valuable resources detailing UW academic personnel policies, encompassing recruitment, compensation, voting guidelines, and sabbatical leave. Empower yourself with concise information and guidelines for impactful actions affecting UW academics.
Appointment Actions
Find comprehensive information on academic reviews, adding and updating appointments, merit and salary, promotion and tenure, reappointments, separations, and service periods by clicking on the Appointment Actions page. Access guidelines and resources to facilitate smooth processes and informed decisions. Explore now for a seamless experience.
Visas
Access resources for international scholars − faculty and other academic personnel from around the world hosted by the UW. International Scholars Operations (ISO) manages visa sponsorship, offers training, and supports visa requirements.
Forms and Templates
Explore our Forms and Templates page for essential resources. Discover forms for new hires, appointment changes, sabbatical leave, title changes, and salary adjustments. Plus, find letter templates for promotion, tenure, recruitment, hiring, and visa petitions.
Due Dates Calendar
Stay ahead with our Due Dates Calendar for faculty and academic personnel. Access essential dates for appointments, promotions, and more from the Office for Academic Personnel and Faculty (APF).
Updates and announcements
What New Faculty Valued Most About Onboarding: Building Community at the UW
July 24, 2026
Starting a faculty career at a new institution often means navigating unfamiliar systems while simultaneously launching new research, teaching, and service commitments. At the University of Washington, New Faculty Onboarding is designed to make that transition easier by helping faculty connect with the people, resources, and opportunities that will support their success from day one.…
June 2026 eDigest
July 22, 2026
Academic Personnel & Faculty (APF) and International Scholars Operations (ISO) have several important updates for academic personnel administrators this month. Key June deadlines include completing annual faculty and senior assistant librarian reviews and initiating eligible promotion and tenure clock waiver requests by June 30. Looking ahead, administrators can register for August sabbatical leave training, prepare…
New Rule Ending “Duration of Status” for J-1 Exchange Visitors
July 16, 2026
Posted 07/24/2026 International Scholars Operations has completed its initial analysis and is preparing resources for scholars and units. Here are some important things to know in the meantime. Effect on Scholars: For now: Your current J-1 documents are still valid. The new rule does not affect the validity of your DS-2019 or your J visa…