University of Washington College of Engineering

Why UW Engineering?

Our students benefit from an exemplary interdisciplinary education at one of the world’s leading research universities and medical centers, with hands-on opportunities to apply their knowledge. 

49%

Freshman admission rate

For Washington state residents

Admissions by-the-numbers

75%*

Of undergraduate students participated in an internship

*Data from 2024

Career outcomes

$95,000*

Average starting salary for alumni

*Including alumni from the Allen School 

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News and events

Tiny cameras on wireless earbuds

UW researchers have developed a system called VueBuds that uses tiny cameras in off-the-shelf wireless earbuds to allow users to talk with an AI model about the scene in front of them.

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Sharpening fusion modeling

Aeronautics & Astronautics graduate student Mark Dunn’s simulations capture particle-scale effects previous plasma models missed, with sights on better fusion reactor design.

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Pacific Northwest avalanche risk

Warming temperatures in the Pacific Northwest are likely to complicate avalanche forecasting in the coming years, according to a new UW study.

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US News Best Graduate Schools rankings

In U.S. News & World Report's 2027 rankings, the College of Engineering ranks No. 22 overall. Several engineering and computer science programs rank in the top 25.

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UW innovates

Decades of engineering impact

We look back at 26 groundbreaking inventions and discoveries from UW engineers and computer scientists that have transformed the way we live, work and connect.

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UW Engineering puts Seattle on the map

From the Pacific Northwest hub of technology, UW engineers lead their industries and make a lasting positive impact on the region and the world.

FACULTY INCLUDES:

33 National Academy of Engineering members
46 Sloan Fellows
#1 source of UW start-ups
Recognized for community engagement
by the Carnegie Foundation
50% of new engineers in Washington are UW graduates
Partnerships include Microsoft Research, Google, UW Medicine, and Amazon
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