University of Washington
University of Washington-Seattle Campus · Seattle, Washington · Public
University of Washington admitted 42% of 72,933 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1320–1502 in the middle half. Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 84% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at University of Washington
Enter a score to see whether University of Washington is a reach, target or likely school for you.
It doesn’t look at test scores, so this uses the admit rate (42%) alone.
A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more.
Early decision and early action
University of Washington doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
15,363 students were offered a spot on the waitlist, 8,350 took it, and 2,252 were admitted from it.
What admissions weighs
How University of Washington rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
- Essay
- State residency
Important
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- First generation
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Considered
- Character
Not considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Legacy
- Where you live
- Religion
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.84 GPA.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $34,552 in-state and $63,906 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $11,023 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
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