University of Washington
Seattle, WA
A large public research university in Seattle with a top-ranked computer science program feeding directly into the region's tech industry, plus strong public health and oceanography programs and one of the most research-active undergraduate populations in the country. Husky football at a stadium overlooking Lake Washington and a solid Greek scene provide a social counterbalance to Seattle's broader city life.
44%
Acceptance rate
1190–1450
SAT range
26–32
ACT range
33,000
Undergrads
$12,242/yr
In-state tuition
$42,976/yr
Out-of-state tuition
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