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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 set of numbers. We want to know more.
Freshman application now open
Deadline: November 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.
Yerevan, Armenia
I have always been a justice-seeker and a protector. At UW, I learned that I could achieve anything and overcome any challenges. The privilege of being at the UW makes me feel responsible, and I will ...
I have always been a justice-seeker and a protector. At UW, I learned that I could achieve anything and overcome any challenges. The privilege of being at the UW makes me feel responsible, and I will ...
Anush
Geography
Tacoma, WA
During my time at the University of Washington, I have pursued a holistic educational experience through a diverse curriculum and extra-curricular activities. I have sought out opportunities to ...
During my time at the University of Washington, I have pursued a holistic educational experience through a diverse curriculum and extra-curricular activities. I have sought out opportunities to ...
Dalton
Community, Environment and Planning; Political Science
Gurgaon, India
My Husky Experience has enabled me to break the glass ceiling instead of fitting into a glass slipper. Over the years, my experiences with being a leader in the UW Society of Women Engineers (SWE), ...
My Husky Experience has enabled me to break the glass ceiling instead of fitting into a glass slipper. Over the years, my experiences with being a leader in the UW Society of Women Engineers (SWE), ...
Simran
Informatics (Data Science)
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