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About UW
University of Washington (UW) — public non-profit university. It is located in Washington, D.C., United States. As a member of Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU), Association of American Universities (AAU), Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU), Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA), Global U8 Consortium (GU8). Sport affiliati, UW is actively working on developing the academic environment.
The university was highly rated by the QS International Ranking of the best universities, and is in 63 place in the world. UW is one of the best universities in the United States. THE (Times Higher Education Ranking) places the university in 25 position among universities with the most research output.
UW offers bachelor, master and doctorate programs in different fields of study.
- Location
- Washington, D.C., United States
- Establishment year
- 1861
- Students
- 49,324
- International students
- 8,051
- Female students
- 54%
- Acceptance rate
- 56%
Place in ratings
- Rating QS
- 2024#63
- Rating in the USA
- 2021#24
- Rating THE
- 2024#25
By subject
Subject | Place in QS 2023 |
---|---|
Life Sciences & Medicine | 16 |
Anatomy & Physiology | 21 |
Natural Sciences | 32 |
Accounting & Finance | 58 |
Engineering & Technology | 59 |
Social Sciences & Management | 84 |
Arts & Humanities | 105 |
Agriculture & Forestry | 101-150 |
UW tuition fees
The academic year at UW is divided into quarters. However, tuition fees are calculated per year. One year of studying at UW will cost local citizens a minimum of 8,130 USD. For foreigners, the tuition fee is different — from 18,155 USD per year. Thanks to financial support programs, students have the opportunity to fully or partially cover the cost of education. On the official website of the university, you will find all the relevant information about tuition fees and scholarships.
- Academic calendar
- Quarters
- Financial Aid
- Yes
- Bachelor
- Local8,130USD/year
- Foreign26,677USD/year
- Master
- Local10,517USD/year
- Foreign18,155USD/year
Additional costs
When choosing an educational institution, it is necessary to take into account additional costs: accommodation, transportation, educational materials, meals and personal expenses.
- Room and board
- on campus13,887USD/year
- off campus13,887USD/year
- Other expenses
- on campus2,787USD/year
- off campus2,787USD/year
Study programs at UW
Computer Science & IT
Computer Engineering
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science and Engineering
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science and Systems
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Health Informatics and Health Information Management
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Informatics
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics & Business Management
Business Administration
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Computational Finance and Risk Management
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Construction Management
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Accounting & Finance
Computational Finance and Risk Management
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Medicine
Atmospheric Sciences
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Biochemistry
- Study degree
- BA, BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Bioengineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Biology
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Biomedical Sciences
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Education & Training
Bachelor of Arts in Early Care & Education
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Full-time
Early Care and Education
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Part-time
Early Childhood and Family Studies
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
Education
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
Education, Communities and Organizations
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Mathematics
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Architecture
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Atmospheric Sciences
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Biochemistry
- Study degree
- BA, BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Journalism & Media
Arts, Media and Culture
- Study form
- Full-time
Cinema and Media Studies
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Communication
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
Agriculture & Forestry
Aquatic and Fishery Science
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Marine Biology
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Oceanography
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Aquatic and Fishery Science
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Atmospheric Sciences
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Bioresource Science and Engineering
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Community, Environment and Planning
- Study form
- Full-time
Earth and Space Sciences
- Study degree
- BA, BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Languages, Literature & Linguistics
American Ethnic Studies
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
American Indian Studies
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Arabic and Islamic Studies
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Asia Studies
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Asian Languages and Cultures
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
History, Philosophy & Theology
Anthropology
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Anthropology
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Arabic and Islamic Studies
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Art
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Art History
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Humanities
American Ethnic Studies
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
American Indian Studies
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Anthropology
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Arabic and Islamic Studies
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Art
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
American Ethnic Studies
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
American Indian Studies
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Anthropology
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Anthropology
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Arabic and Islamic Studies
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Physical Sciences
Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Mathematics
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Aquatic and Fishery Science
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Architecture
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Atmospheric Sciences
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Law
Criminal Justice
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Criminal Justice (Online)
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Law and Policy
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Law, Societies, and Justice
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Welfare
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Arts & Humanities
Architectural Design
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Architecture
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Art
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Art History
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Arts, Media and Culture
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Sciences & Professions
Early Childhood and Family Studies
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
Food Systems, Nutrition, and Health
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
Gender, Women and Sexuality Studies
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Welfare
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Sociology
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Engineering & Technology
Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Architecture
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Bioengineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Bioresource Science and Engineering
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Chemical Engineering
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Social Welfare
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Welfare
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Sciences & Professions
Museology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Nutritional Sciences
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Nutritional Sciences
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Real Estate
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Social Work
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Languages, Literature & Linguistics
Buddhist Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Chinese
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Cinema and Media studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Computational Linguistics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Creative Writing
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Education & Training
Master of Education in Special Education: Applied Behavior Analysis
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Part-time
Music Education
- Study degree
- MA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Aquatic and Fisheries Science
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Atmospheric Sciences
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Engineering
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Health
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Forest Resources - Forest Management
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
History, Philosophy & Theology
Archaeological Heritage
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Architecture in History and Theory
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Art History
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Bioethics
- Study degree
- MA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Choral Conducting
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science & IT
Applied and Computational Mathematics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- Blended
- Study form
- Full-time
Computational Finance and Risk Management
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- Blended
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Computational Linguistics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Computer Science and Systems
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Cybersecurity and Leadership
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Agriculture & Forestry
Aquatic and Fisheries Science
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Horticulture
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Forest Resources - Forest Management
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Hydrology and Hydrodynamics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Physical Sciences
Aeronautics and Astronautics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Aerospace Engineering
- Study mode
- Blended
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Mathematics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied and Computational Mathematics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- Blended
- Study form
- Full-time
Aquatic and Fisheries Science
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Medicine
Applied Bioengineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Chemical Science and Technology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Atmospheric Sciences
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Bioethics
- Study degree
- MA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Biomedical Regulatory Affairs
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Engineering & Technology
Aeronautics and Astronautics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Aerospace Engineering
- Study mode
- Blended
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Bioengineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Chemical Science and Technology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Architecture
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Aeronautics and Astronautics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Aerospace Engineering
- Study mode
- Blended
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Chemical Science and Technology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Mathematics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied and Computational Mathematics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- Blended
- Study form
- Full-time
Accounting & Finance
Accounting
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Computational Finance and Risk Management
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- Blended
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Entrepreneurship
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Professional Accounting
- Study degree
- MPAcc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Supply Chain Management
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics & Business Management
Accounting
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Business Administration
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Business Analytics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Computational Finance and Risk Management
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- Blended
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Cybersecurity and Leadership
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
Accounting
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Archaeological Heritage
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Buddhist Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Business Administration
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Business Analytics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Humanities
3D4M - Ceramics, Glass and Sculpture
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Acting
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Archaeological Heritage
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Architecture in History and Theory
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Art History
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Arts & Humanities
3D4M - Ceramics, Glass and Sculpture
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Acting
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Architecture
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Architecture and Landscape Architecture
- Study degree
- MArch
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Architecture in History and Theory
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Master of Pharmaceutical Bioengineering
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Part-time
Master of Science in Applied & Computational Mathematics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Full-time
Master of Science in Computational Finance & Risk Management
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Full-time
Master of Science in Construction Management
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Full-time
Mathematics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics & Business Management
Business Administration
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Bachelor degree at UW
Admission to a bachelor's program is based on the results of entrance exams, but GPA also plays an important role. Your score must not be lower than 2. Before applying to the university, you need to pass an exam for knowledge of the English language. The university accepts the results of IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score is 76. The IELTS score is not lower than 6. A subject exam is required. The university relies on the ACT or SAT results. UW also provides online undergraduate programs.
- GPA
- 2
- IELTS
- 6
- TOEFL iBT
- 76
- TOEFL PBT
- 310
Master's degree at UW
When considering candidates for master's programs, the admission committee of the university pays attention to the student's academic performance during the undergraduate program. In order to enroll at UW for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 80. IELTS — 7 or higher. There is an opportunity to study at UW via online master's programs.
- IELTS
- 7
- TOEFL iBT
- 80
- TOEFL PBT
- 310
Doctorate degree at UW
If you decide to pursue a career in science and enroll in a doctoral program, you must pass the language exam — IELTS or TOEFL. For enrollment, you need to pass TOEFL with 92 points. The minimum score for IELTS is 7.
- IELTS
- 7
- TOEFL iBT
- 92
- TOEFL PBT
- 580
UW campus
The campus of UW is located in Washington, D.C.. The urban campus is suitable for those students who, firstly, are used to independence, and secondly, cannot imagine their life without the hustle and bustle of a big metropolis. The university has a library, in the collection of which you will find not only textbooks and scientific works, but also works of the classics, modern literature and much more. UW regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs. For locals, this is a unique opportunity to get in touch with the cultures of other countries, meet representatives of different nationalities and make friends around the world.
- Campus Type
- Urban
- Library
- Yes
What to do after graduation
After graduation, you can stay in United States for another year. You can do this by extending your student visa or applying for a job search visa. Graduates of UW are in demand in the labor market, as the reputation of the educational institution among employers is quite high according to the results of the QS world ranking. We talk about other options for immigration in our article.
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