University of Washington
A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who want a major research university experience. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $69,600 within 10 years; strong 85% graduation rate.
About This School
University of Washington is a public institution located in Seattle, Washington with approximately 31,942 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 39% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $14,091 per year. The graduation rate is 85%, and the typical graduate earns $69,600 within 10 years of enrollment.
The University of Washington is a public research university in Seattle, Washington, United States. Founded 165 years ago in 1861, it is one of the oldest universities on the West Coast.
This is a strong option for students who want serious research opportunities at an accessible price — with an average net cost of just $13,485/year and median debt of only $12,375 at graduation, it's one of the better public university values on the West Coast. A 95% freshman retention rate and 84% graduation rate suggest students are generally satisfied and finishing what they start, and median earnings of $69,600 a decade out reflect solid return on a modest investment. The main concern is scale — 31,500 undergrads means you'll need to be proactive about standing out, finding mentors, and securing spots in competitive programs like CS or business.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 18% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (31,942 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Other Schools in Washington
Washington State University
Pullman, WA · Public
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA · Public
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA · Public
Bellevue College
Bellevue, WA · Public
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA · Public
University of Washington-Bothell Campus
Bothell, WA · Public
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
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