University of Washington

Overview

The University of Washington (UW) is a public research university headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with campuses in Seattle, Bothell and Tacoma.

History

The Territorial University of Washington opened in Seattle in 1861.

Programs

UW’s schools and colleges span arts and sciences, engineering, business, education, information, public health, medicine, nursing, law, built environments, social work and many other fields.

Tuition

Tuition and mandatory fees depend on the program, study level, residency or citizenship status, and academic year. Applicants should use the university’s official current tuition or cost-of-attendance page for the exact amount.

Admission

Admission requirements vary by program and applicant category. Applicants should check the university’s official admissions pages for prerequisites, language requirements, documents and current deadlines.