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Campus Life

Campus Size

Large Campus
27,652
Total Undergrads
Including 3,699 Part-time
5,502
Degree-Seeking Freshmen
Including 67 Part-time
Gender Breakdown:
52% Women
48% Men

Athletics

NCAA Division I-A

Pacific-10 Conference

  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Baseball
  • Cross Country/Track

Total Varsity Sports

8
Men's sports coaches (Average salary: $727,481)
9
Women's sports coaches (Average salary: $223,522)
Athletics Details
Sport Varsity Men Varsity Women Club Intramural
All Track Combined 134 165 - -
Baseball 35 - - -
Basketball 14 14 - Yes
Football 111 - - -
Golf 10 10 - -
Gymnastics - 15 - -
Rowing 64 154 Yes Yes
Soccer 28 27 Yes Yes
Softball - 19 - Yes
Tennis 12 10 Yes Yes
Volleyball - 17 Yes Yes
Archery - - Yes -
Badminton - - - Yes
Bowling - - - Yes
Court Sports - - - Yes
Cycling - - Yes -
Dance - - Yes -
Equestrian - - Yes -
Flag Football - - - Yes
Frisbee/Disc Sports - - Yes Yes
Ice Hockey - - Yes -
Kayaking - - Yes -
Lacrosse - - Yes -
Martial Arts/Self Defense - - Yes -
Mountaineering/Climbing - - Yes -
Rugby - - Yes -
Sailing - - Yes -
Skiing - - Yes -
Squash - - Yes -
Swimming and Diving - - - Yes
Table Tennis - - Yes -
Water Polo - - Yes -
Water Sports - - - Yes

Diversity

Student Total
American Indian/Alaskan Native 1.1%
Asian/Pacific Islander 21.5%
Black/non-Hispanic 3.2%
Hispanic 5.0%
Non-resident alien 7.3%
Race/Ethnicity unknown 10.3%
Two or more races 0.0%
White/non-Hispanic 51.6%
Disabilities
Percent of students with disability 3% or less

Services & Housing

Services Offered
  • Academic/Career counseling
  • Employment services for current students to find part-time positions
  • Job placement for graduates to find full-time employment
  • Daycare on campus for children of students
  • Library on campus
  • Hospital on campus
Living
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Meal plan offered, meals per week can vary

Clubs & Organizations

Musical Groups
  • Choral Groups
  • Concert Band
  • Jazz Band
  • Marching Band
  • Music Ensemble
  • Pep Band
  • Symphony Orchestra
Performance Arts
  • Dance
  • Drama Theater
  • Musical Theater
  • Opera
Journalism & Publications
  • Literary Magazine
  • Student Newspaper
  • Television Station
  • Radio Station
Reserved Officers' Training Corps (ROTC)
  • Army ROTC
  • Navy ROTC
  • Air Force ROTC
Other
  • International Student Organization
  • Model United Nations
  • Student Government
  • Campus Ministries

Safety Statistics

Arrests On Campus
Illegal Weapons Possession 1
Drug Law Violation 9
Liquor Law Violation 31
Criminal Offenses On Campus
Personal Crime 4
Property Crime 71
Reviews: Dorm Life
  • Ronald from Honolulu, HI
  • 3
  • “Like anywhere else, dorm life can be good or bad because it depends mainly on the people around you. At the UW, there is a large amount of diversity among…”

  • Apr-15-2012 » Read More
  • Brooke from Sumner, WA
  • 2
  • “Although new dorm buildings are coming up over the course of the next year or so, many of the housing options are outdated. If you want new, you will have…”

  • May-09-2012 » Read More
  • A from Seattle, WA
  • 3
  • “Great opportunity to meet people who in the same circumstances as you, however there are many students who go home to surrounding areas for the weekends.…”

  • May-20-2012 » Read More

Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Food And Dining
  • 4
  • Garrett from Kapolei, HI
  • Apr-27-2013 I am a current student here

    The food in the dorms is just like typical college food. However, the infamous Ave makes up for it, providing all types of food from different cultures. Some of the restaurants, like Cafe on the Ave, stay up late and are great for those who get hungry after a late night of studying.

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  • 3
  • Michelle from Spokane, WA
  • Apr-27-2013 I am a current student here

    The dorm food isn't all that bad. Occasionally it gets a bit monotonous but that's generally the point where you branch out from eating at the 8 to trying the places at the HUB.

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  • 4
  • Kathleen from Metaline Falls, WA
  • Apr-23-2013 I am a current student here

    Since I was in Steven's Court I usually bought food at the District Market and then would cook. Food at the District Market is pricey but if you need to spend your food account money it works. Cultivate is a good place to eat if your looking for something nicer, and the food trucks are great. There are restaurants all around the campus, mostly on the ave, which have good food and are good places to hang out with friends.

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  • 3
  • Kyndra from Lynnwood, WA
  • Apr-16-2013 I am a current student here

    There is a good variety of food with vegetarian and vegan options available, however it can be a little bit pricy. Luckily, the AVE is right next to campus with tons of great, cheap food options!

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  • 3
  • Aakriti from Des Moines, WA
  • Apr-05-2013 I am a current student here

    Food is great here. The hub, the heart of UW is fully renovated and they have all kinds of food there (indian , Italian , n Mexican etc) cafes are in everything other building. Dorms have their own dining halls and the hours are very convenient.

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  • 4
  • Kimberly
  • Mar-29-2013 I am a current student here

    The dining options for this school are a lot better than most places; there is a variety of dining options open to students as well as a variety of meal options. You pay per item (not like a buffet-style meal plan), so dining can become a little expensive if you're not careful, but usually this isn't a problem.

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  • 5
  • Mckinzee from Ridgefield, WA
  • Mar-28-2013 I am a current student here

    While many college students simply settle with dining on The Ave, one of the biggest benefits to being in the big city is the plethora of dining options. Like, seriously. There are an overwhelming amount of options for any budget.

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  • 3
  • Lyndsey from Lacey, WA
  • Mar-27-2013 I am a current student here

    Not that the food is bad, because it's definitely not! I feel like in any dorm cafeteria things eventually get kind of old, and you end up missing some of your mom's favorite meals back home!

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  • 2
  • AK
  • Mar-22-2013 I am a current student here

    The food and dining is here is terrible. The food is very expensive and the portions are very small. The food on campus is especially overpriced. Off campus, you can go to the Ave. but most of the Asian restaurants are extremely dirty and unhygenic.

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Student Responses to Review Topic: Greek Life
  • 0
  • Garrett from Kapolei, HI
  • Apr-27-2013 I am a current student here

    It is safe to say that the greek life is a big part of the school. There is a clear division amongst the students, those who are greek and those who aren't. Because of the large number of students in the greek system, there are ALWAYS parties going on. However, a downside to all of the greek lifers is the sense of dominance that they seem to exude.

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  • 0
  • Kyndra from Lynnwood, WA
  • Apr-16-2013 I am a current student here

    13% of the students are Greek at the UW. We are lucky in that our Greek community is one of the most condensed and is only spread out across a few blocks. There are traditional fraternities/sororities, minority fraternities/sororities, and there is one queer friendly fraternity at this campus.

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  • 0
  • Mckinzee from Ridgefield, WA
  • Mar-28-2013 I am a current student here

    Can't say I'm all too knowledgeable about this. We have one? So that seems pretty good. If you know from the very start you plan on rushing, it is a solid option. Our Greek system is known to party hardy, but hey, they fit some philanthropy in there too.

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  • 0
  • Sammamish, WA
  • Feb-18-2013 I am a current student here

    There are twice as many fraternities as sororities, but it's still a big part of college life. Most nights there's a party going on, but fraternities only let girls in - sorry guys.

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  • 0
  • Katelyn from Lakewood, WA
  • Jan-02-2013 I am a current student here

    Greek Life at this campus is outstanding. I am a member of a sorority at the University of Washington and I am very happy about this decision. The Greek Life here is huge, with 33 fraternities and 18 sororities. This life led to the campus feeling small enough for me to then make a solid group of friends while also giving me the confidence to succeed in any situation or interview as meeting new people is inevitable. Also, not just the social benefits, but also my academics have been strengthened by the women around me. For the majority, there was always another person in my class to study with that I knew, or another woman who was in the same major to always get advice. The alumni support for contacts, scholarships, job references, and internships are also irreplaceable.

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  • 0
  • Anonymous
  • Dec-21-2012 I am a current student here

    I think its good, the houses are beautiful..... I was not part of it so I don't have too much to say.

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  • 0
  • Feruz from Mountlake Terrace, WA
  • Nov-04-2012 I am a current student here

    Greek row is very vibrant, there's so many houses to choose from just make sure you do your homework and choose the right one. You don't want to end up at the wrong house.

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