Dr. Ismael Fajardo

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ismael Fajardo is an adjunct faculty member in the College of Education at the University of Washington, where he serves as the lead researcher and evaluator at the City of Seattle Department of Education and Early Learning. His research focuses on the P-20 STEM pipeline for underserved student populations, specifically examining secondary preparation, postsecondary transitions, retention, and achievement. Fajardo employs both quantitative and qualitative research approaches to understand the conditions that foster accessible and equitable educational environments, informing policy at local, state, and national levels. He currently teaches assessment and evaluation in higher education, contributing to initiatives like the Brotherhood Initiative and the Equitable Parent-School Collaboration. He holds a Master of Education and a PhD in educational leadership, policy, and organizations from the University of Washington, along with a Bachelor's degree in Foreign Languages, Cultures, and Literature from Washington State University, and an Associate's degree from Spokane Falls Community College.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
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  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • English proficiency scores (for international students)
Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.