University of Washington-Seattle Campus Admissions

The University of Washington accepts 47.52% of applicants, making it moderately selective. This means strong students have a reasonable chance of admission, but you'll need solid academics and extracurriculars to stand out among nearly 50,000 annual applicants. The high 94.90% retention rate signals that admitted students are well-prepared for the academic rigor. Competition is particularly fierce for popular programs like computer science and engineering, where admission rates drop below the university average. UW seeks academically driven students who can thrive in a large research environment and contribute to the campus's collaborative culture, especially those interested in STEM fields, public service, or interdisciplinary research opportunities.