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Welcome

The University of Washington is a world-class public research university in Seattle that offers the best of everything: Big-school opportunities and small-school community. Award-winning faculty and national-championship athletics. Top-ranked academics and hands-on career skills. At the UW, we believe in embracing complexity in ideas and people, forging a path that connects all the things that spark your curiosity — and equipping you with the skills to succeed after you graduate. Wherever the future takes you, it begins here at the UW.

First-year application opens August 15

Deadline: November 15

PRIDE POINTS

# 3
U.S. Public University
Best Global Universities, U.S. News & World Report, 2026

# 1
Undergraduate School in the West for Entrepreneurship
Princeton Review, 2025

# 1
#1 Most Diverse College in Washington
Niche, 2025

A Top 10 'Best Buy' Among Public Colleges & Universities
Fiske Guide to Colleges, 2025

Top 15 best colleges for launching your career
Forbes, 2025

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Visit

Visit campus and meet students, see Seattle and feel the boundless possibilities of the Husky Experience.

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Academics

The UW is known for its academic excellence and hands-on learning — they’re the heart of the Husky Experience. What ignites your love for learning?

Learn more about majors

Welcome to the UW

Cost

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to attend the UW. Finances should not be a barrier to getting a world-class education.

Financial aid

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Belonging

We strive to create a home away from home for students of all backgrounds. Our large, diverse Husky family has a place for you! The Multicultural Outreach & Recruitment (MOR) team can be your partner and champion throughout the application process and beyond.

MOR website

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Student life

Your Husky Experience doesn’t end when you leave the classroom. The time you spend outside of class can be just as transformative.

Learn more about Student Life

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Seattle: More than just a pretty place

Live and learn in a city filled with creativity, natural beauty and career opportunities. Our campus in Seattle is just 4 miles (a quick light-rail ride) from downtown, so it’s easy to pursue internships and activities during the week — while a lush playground of lakes, forests and mountains invites you to explore and reset on weekends.

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