About us
The University of Washington or UW, commonly referred to, is a public research university in Seattle, reputed for its high-standard education system and entirely social Campus. It was founded in 1861 and is considered one of the oldest universities in the area of the Pacific Ocean. UW is a very immense university with various types of programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels with different disciplines.
Recent Rankings:
- U.S. News & World Report (2024):
- Best Global Universities: Ranked 6th globally.
- National Universities: Tied for 40th among U.S. national universities.
- Top Public Schools: Tied for 19th among U.S. public universities.
- Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU):
- Times Higher Education World University Rankings:
Key Information:
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Details
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Location
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Seattle, Washington, USA
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Established
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1861
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Accreditation
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Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
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Student Enrollment
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Approximately 50,097
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Campus Size
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703 acres
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Mascot
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Harry the Husky
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School Colors
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Purple and Gold
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Notable Programs
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Medicine, Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Law
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UW is experiencing continuous growth due to its physical facilities and campus and its focus on innovations and research that attract students from different countries.