,·Public Research University·Est. 1861
“Creating a World of Good.”
The University of Washington (UW) is the flagship university of Washington State and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities. Founded in 1861, UW Seattle consistently ranks among the top 15 public universities in the United States and in the top 25 globally for research output and academic quality. UW's research enterprise is extraordinary — the university typically ranks among the top 5 universities worldwide in total research funding and is a global leader in computer science, biomedical research, oceanography, and public health. The Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science and Engineering is one of the top CS programs in the world, particularly in machine learning and human-computer interaction. The Foster School of Business is highly regarded, and the UW School of Medicine consistently ranks among the top 5 medical schools in the United States. Located in Seattle — one of the world's most dynamic technology hubs — UW students are positioned at the epicenter of the tech industry. Amazon, Microsoft, Boeing, and hundreds of technology startups provide exceptional internship and career opportunities. The university's proximity to major tech companies has created one of the most powerful computer science and engineering career pipelines in the world. The UW campus is one of the most beautiful in the nation, with Cherry Blossom Row in the spring being among the most photographed campus scenes in America. Surrounded by Puget Sound, the Cascade Mountains, and the Olympic Peninsula, Seattle offers extraordinary natural beauty alongside urban sophistication.
Visa, OPT, H-1B alumni outcomes, and acceptance rates by country — sourced from FOIA, USCIS H-1B Hub, and DHS SEVIS.
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Computer Science
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Engineering
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Official SourceFall Application
Single deadline for fall freshman admission; decisions February-March
The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Domestic
$12,643
/yr
Out-of-State / Intl
$42,039
/yr
Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
The largest division at UW offering over 100 degree programs across the humanities, social sciences, and sciences.
One of the world's top computer science programs, with particular strength in AI, machine learning, and HCI.
A comprehensive engineering school with strong programs across all engineering disciplines.
A top-ranked business school with strong programs in finance, accounting, and entrepreneurship.
4 years
One of the top-5 CS programs in the U.S., feeding directly into Amazon, Microsoft, Google and a thriving Seattle tech ecosystem. Capacity-constrained but world-class research in AI, systems, robotics and HCI.
4 years
Top-25 undergraduate business school with strong placement into PNW tech finance, consulting and product management roles. Direct admission and capacity-constrained competitive pathways available.
4 years
Joint program between the College of Engineering and School of Medicine, ranked top-10 nationally, with deep ties to Fred Hutch, Seattle Children's and the UW Medical Center.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $65,937
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
