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About

About University of Washington-Seattle Campus

public research universityvery high research activitystem and social scienceslarge public institution

University of Washington-Seattle Campus is a public research university in Seattle, WA, known for its stem and social sciences and large public institution. With an acceptance rate of 48%, UW Seattle is moderately selective, typically enrolling around 7,386 students each year. UW Seattle is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1320–1502, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. UW Seattle offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $15,246 per year; the sticker price of $58,470 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Washington-Seattle Campus acceptance rate and admitted student profile

moderately selective

48%
Overall Accept Rate
3.86
Typical Admitted GPA
1411
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.75 – 3.96 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1320 – 1502 (test optional)

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ACTScore range: 30 – 34

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Washington-Seattle Campus

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Essay Strategy
UW rates essays as its most important factor, so your personal statement needs to go beyond a list of achievements and show who you are as a thinker and community member. Connect your experiences directly to why UW Seattle and your intended major are the right fit for your goals.
Application Strategy
UW Seattle uses a direct admission process for many majors, meaning you apply directly to competitive programs like Computer Science or Engineering rather than a general school, so research your intended program's specific admission requirements and supplemental materials before you start your application.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Washington-Seattle Campus actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$58k/yr$6.4k
30k-48k~$58k/yr$7.0k
48k-75k~$58k/yr$8.1k
75k-110k~$58k/yr$14.3k
110k+~$58k/yr$30.0k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

84%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$63k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
31,710
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

33%White
27%Asian
12%International
10%Hispanic
8%Two or More Races
4%Black / African American
4%Unknown / Unreported
0%American Indian / AK Native
0%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Gender43% Men · 57% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status88% Citizens and Immigrants · 12% International
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