About the University of Washington

The University of Washington, founded in 1861, is one of the world’s most prestigious universities. The UW enrolls more than 60,000 students each year and thrives as a center for groundbreaking research in numerous fields, including medicine, education, public affairs, aeronautics and business. 

A World-Class Educational Institution

The University of Washington is considered one of the best universities in the world. It's been ranked No. 7 among global universities and No. 2 among U.S. public institutions by U.S. News & World Report.

The UW offers many areas of study, including more than 470 programs and more than 840 degree options. A major research center, the University attracts more money in federal research grants than any other public school in the United States. It has been home to eight Nobel Prize winners and 19 MacArthur Fellows, also known as “genius grant” recipients.

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