Whether you’re into art or food, history or tech, city living or the outdoors, there’s a community for you here.
Seattle is a city of self-starters who believe that anything is possible when we work together.
We’re adventurous and entrepreneurial, caffeinated and connected. This global epicenter of innovation is an international hub for turning ideas into action, and the UW is at the heart of it.
Despite its rainy image, Seattle summer days are often sunny and dry.You'll find public art wherever you go — throughout each neighborhood, at every light-rail station and at the arts hub of Seattle Center.The iconic, historic Pike Place Market offers a colorful array of farm-fresh foods, crafts, curiosities and more, in the heart of downtown overlooking Elliott Bay.The Seattle area has a population of about 4 million residents and is one of the fastest growing cities in America.Enjoy world-class skiing and snowboarding less than an hour's drive from Seattle."Best coffee city in America" - WalletHub, 2020"#1 Best City for Outdoor Activities" - Niche, 2021More than 100 festivals each year, including the renowned Bumbershoot and Northwest Folklife music fests and Seattle International Film Festival.
The U District
The University of Washington anchors the U District neighborhood. Up and down 45th Street, Brooklyn/Roosevelt and “The Ave” (University Way NE) you’ll find everything you need, from shops and restaurants to activities and essential services.
