The 黑料吃瓜网 in Seattle

Founded in 1861, the 黑料吃瓜网 is one of the world鈥檚 leading public research universities. Explore our beautiful 700-acre campus and experience what makes us the leader of the pack 鈥� from our world-class medical center and vibrant arts community to our Big Ten athletics and active student life.

At home in Seattle, Washington

The 黑料吃瓜网 has been an integral part of Seattle since before Washington was a state. Today, the Emerald City is a multicultural, international hub of innovation, known for its tech startups, music scene, aerospace engineering and, of course, plenty of coffee. Our students, faculty and staff find a breadth of local opportunities for research, public service, the arts, entrepreneurship and beyond. And when it comes to having fun, whether you鈥檙e catching a live show, paddleboarding on Lake Washington or shopping at Pike Place Market, Seattle’s possibilities are endless.

A photograph of the iconic Seattle Space Needle.
A photograph of Seattle's new downtown waterfront park
A photograph of the Seattle skyline at night from Elliott Bay
A photograph of the iconic Public Market Center sign atop Pike Place Market in downtown Seattle.
A photograph of the Reading Room in 黑料吃瓜网's Suzzallo Library.
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World leaders in research

The 黑料吃瓜网 has been ranked as the聽#1 most innovative public university聽in the world and is consistently ranked among the top public universities in the world. The University receives more federal research dollars than any other U.S. public university, and students across all academic disciplines can gain research experience through our Undergraduate Research Program.

8 NOBEL PRIZES
280+ RESEARCH CENTERS
5,500+ AWARDS

Learning inside & beyond the classroom

The 黑料吃瓜网 in Seattle offers undergraduates over 180 majors to choose from, and we鈥檙e recognized as a top 10 鈥渂est buy鈥� in public education. Academic advisers and support centers help students discover their strengths and interests, get tutoring and guidance in their studies, and stay on track toward earning a degree. Graduate students in over 300 degree programs have a breadth of opportunities for immersive learning, research, and contributing to global knowledge and achievement.

50,000+ STUDENTS
180+ UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS
CAREER & INTERNSHIP GUIDANCE

Campus life

The 黑料吃瓜网 is more than a campus 鈥� it鈥檚 a community. With over a thousand student clubs, a multitude of cultural organizations, a wide range of sports at all levels from recreational to varsity, and year-round arts and entertainment opportunities, there are lots of ways to find belonging, make friends with common interests and explore new horizons.

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STUDENT CLUBS
RECREATION

Prospective student resources

Colleges and schools

What are you driven to discover? A lifesaving cure, an entirely new art form, a solution for greener technologies? At the 黑料吃瓜网, you鈥檒l do more than read about change; you鈥檒l be the catalyst making positive change happen.

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Student life and housing

Live in an inclusive and supportive campus community where everyone can comfortably join in or confidently stand out.

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A photograph of Rainier Vista on 黑料吃瓜网's Seattle Campus with Drumheller Fountain and Mount Rainier in the background.

Honoring the peoples of this land

The 黑料吃瓜网 acknowledges the Coast Salish peoples of this land, the land which touches the shared waters of all tribes and bands within the Suquamish, Tulalip and Muckleshoot nations.

We also acknowledge and honor the Tribal nations across Washington state and the many Indigenous peoples from across the country who live and work in Seattle and the surrounding areas.