Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Seattle, Washington |
| Online | washington.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
The University of Washington's main campus spans 703 acres in Seattle's University District, situated approximately 4 miles north of downtown along the shores of Union Bay and Portage Bay. Founded in 1861 as the Territorial University of Washington, the institution features Collegiate Gothic architecture throughout its historic campus, including the iconic Denny Hall and Suzzallo Library. As Washington state's flagship public research university, UW maintains competitive admission standards and is recognized for its strong programs in computer science, engineering, medicine, and oceanography. The Seattle campus houses approximately 30% of undergraduate students in residence halls and student apartments, while its location provides direct access to the city's technology corridor. The university competes in NCAA Division I athletics as the Washington Huskies, with particular prominence in football and rowing.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
UW-Seattle is rated within the top 18% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Washington Seattle Campus within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#85 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#8 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Colleges in Washington
#1 in Best Public Colleges in Washington
#74 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Value Colleges in Washington
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1200/1453 |
| ACT | 27/33 |
| GPA | 3.82 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Nov 16, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $80 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Washington Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $900 |
| Other Fees | $1,119 |
| Room and Board | $17,982 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,027 |
| Total One Year Cost | $34,552 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $900 |
| Other Fees | $1,119 |
| Room and Board | $17,982 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,027 |
| Total One Year Cost | $63,906 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 19% |
| Business | 11% |
| Biology | 10% |
| Engineering | 8% |
| Communication | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=236948 IPEDS survey data for University of Washington Seattle Campus.
Current students may use the University of Washington Seattle Campus GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025