🏅 QS World Rank #92
University of Washington (UW) — Full Profile & Ranking 2026
A computer science powerhouse in the shadow of Microsoft and Amazon — QS World Rankings 2027 (joint #92)
The University of Washington (UW) is a public research university in Seattle, founded in 1861. In the QS World University Rankings 2027 (published June 2026) it is joint 92nd in the world. This guide covers programmes, admission, 2026-27 costs, scholarship rules for international students, advice for applicants from Pakistan and common questions.
the University of Washington Overview
UW was founded in 1861 and is the flagship public university of Washington state. Its Seattle campus is near Lake Washington and Lake Union, in a city that is home to Amazon’s headquarters and close to Microsoft’s campus in Redmond.
It is known for computer science (the Paul G. Allen School), medicine, oceanography, global health and business through the Foster School.
the University of Washington Rankings — QS World University Rankings 2027
The University of Washington is joint 92nd in the QS World University Rankings 2027, published by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) in June 2026.
This is a QS-specific result, not one universal ranking. Times Higher Education, U.S. News and ARWU use different methods and can order universities differently.
Source: QS TopUniversities (QS World University Rankings 2027, 18 June 2026).
Key Strengths & Programs
UW is known for:
- Computer science and engineering in the Paul G. Allen School
- Medicine and health sciences
- Oceanography and earth sciences
- Global health
- Business through the Foster School of Business
- Proximity to Seattle’s technology industry
This page does not quote subject ranks. Check the current QS subject tables for exact positions.
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Admission Requirements
International first-year applicants follow UW’s undergraduate process. Confirm all steps on the official pages.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Application | Check UW Admissions for the current application platform and deadlines for international applicants |
| Selection | Holistic review of grades, course rigour, essays and activities. Some majors are more competitive than others |
| Computer science | The Allen School is highly competitive. Check its pages for how freshman admission works |
| English | Proof of English proficiency is needed if English is not your first language. Check UW for accepted tests |
| Visa | F-1 student visa after admission |
the University of Washington Acceptance Rate
UW does not state one acceptance rate for international applicants on the pages we could read, so this page does not quote one. The old “about 48%” figure was not tied to a source. Entry to computer science and some other majors is far more selective than the university average.
Practical Application Checklist
- Choose your programme and read its entry and language requirements
- Check the application deadline for your intake
- Book an English (or other required) language test
- Prepare transcripts, identification and any required documents
- Apply and accept your offer
- Meet the visa or residence-permit conditions for your destination
- Plan funding for tuition and living costs
- Verify every date, fee and requirement on the University of Washington’s official website before submitting
Tuition & Costs
UW’s undergraduate budget for 2026-27 (Seattle, nine months) lists:
- Non-resident tuition: US$44,460
- Estimated total cost for non-residents living on or off campus: US$67,800
- Living with parents or relatives: US$55,098
The old range of US$42,000 to US$52,000 did not match this figure.
Source: UW undergraduate cost of attendance. Fees, dates and rules change each year.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
- No aid for undergraduate international students: UW states that it “does not provide financial aid or scholarships to undergraduate international students”. The old page listed a “Global Opportunity Scholarship” and Allen School scholarships for international applicants, which did not appear on UW’s scholarships pages.
- What to do: plan to self-fund or find outside funding. See our guide to fully funded scholarships for 2027.
Source: UW scholarships. Fees, dates and rules change each year.
the University of Washington for Pakistani Students
Pakistani applicants apply as international students:
- Funding: plan for the full cost above, because UW offers no aid to undergraduate international students
- English: prepare IELTS, TOEFL or another accepted test. Our IELTS preparation guides can help.
- Major: check how competitive your chosen major is
- Visa: an F-1 student visa is required
Campus & Student Life
- The Seattle campus is near Lake Washington and Lake Union
- Seattle has Amazon’s headquarters, and Microsoft’s campus is in nearby Redmond
- On clear days, views include Mount Rainier
- Seattle has a mild, rainy climate and a strong technology culture
Research & Career Opportunities
- UW is research-intensive, with strong computing, medicine and oceanography
- Seattle has a large technology and life-science sector
- The Allen School and Foster School have industry links
- UW does not guarantee employment, salary or visa outcomes
Notable Alumni
- Linda Buck, Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2004, earned her bachelor’s degree at UW
- Bruce Lee, martial artist and actor, studied philosophy at UW
- Check UW’s alumni pages for other notable alumni
Contact & Location
University of Washington
1410 NE Campus Parkway, Seattle, Washington 98195, United States
Official website: washington.edu
Frequently Asked Questions
The University of Washington is joint 92nd in the QS World University Rankings 2027, published in June 2026.
UW is in Seattle, where Amazon is headquartered, and Microsoft’s main campus is in nearby Redmond.
Yes. The Paul G. Allen School is among UW’s most selective areas. Check its pages for current admission rules.
UW is best known for computer science, medicine, oceanography and global health.
UW lists non-resident tuition of US$44,460 and an estimated total of US$67,800 for students living on or off campus.
No. UW states it does not provide financial aid or scholarships to undergraduate international students.
Global health is a major strength at UW, which has a large Department of Global Health. This page does not quote a rank.
Yes. Pakistani applicants apply as international students, but they must plan to fund their own costs.
International students normally need an F-1 student visa after admission.
Check the University of Washington’s official pages at admit.washington.edu. Fees, deadlines and rules can change.
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Disclaimer: This page is based on the QS World University Rankings 2027, the University of Washington’s official pages, and other publicly available sources, last checked in October 2026. Fees, rankings, deadlines, and admission rules change, and no admission, funding, visa, or employment outcome is guaranteed. Always verify current details directly with the university before applying.