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At the University of Washington, we aim to be the greatest public university in the world — as measured by our impact. Join us to unleash potential, create beauty and spark action. Together, we can create a world of good.
We want to learn about you.
The UW values the diversity of experience, culture and talent of our students. You aren’t just a GPA and a set of test scores. We want to know more.
Transfer application deadline February 15
Rankings
#4
U.S. Public Institutions
Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2020
#5
World’s Most Innovative University
Reuters, 2019
#1
Public Universities that Pay Off the Most
CNBC, 2019
Academics
At the UW, we see things differently. That goes for majors, too. What ignites your love for learning?
Costs
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to attend the UW. Finances should not be a barrier to getting a world-class education.
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.
Farmington, CT, and Harrington, WA
In my lifetime, the global community must address pressing challenges that span the social, environmental, and political. I hope to work toward transforming institutions to better suit the world, as ...
In my lifetime, the global community must address pressing challenges that span the social, environmental, and political. I hope to work toward transforming institutions to better suit the world, as ...
Abigayil
B.A., Economics, B.A., Comparative History of Ideas
Bellevue, WA
I have had a very unexpected Husky Experience. While I was here at the University of Washington, I planned to study environmental studies and dance. But, through many volunteer opportunities and ...
I have had a very unexpected Husky Experience. While I was here at the University of Washington, I planned to study environmental studies and dance. But, through many volunteer opportunities and ...
Saulyman
B.A., Environmental Studies, B.A., Dance
Santa Cruz, CA
Looking back, I would have never known in my years as an undergraduate I would transition from using condoms for dental experiments and interpreting for the dental community to applying for graduate ...
Looking back, I would have never known in my years as an undergraduate I would transition from using condoms for dental experiments and interpreting for the dental community to applying for graduate ...
Daisy
B.S., Materials Science & Engineering
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