University of Washington students, faculty and staff believe in boundless opportunities. Do you dare to Be Boundless? At the UW, you can.

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UW astronomers are downloading the night sky. Using the world’s largest digital camera, the @VRubinObs will capture the visible sky every three nights for a decade, helping researchers discover new planets, asteroids, comets, supernovae and galaxies.
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Dubs up from West Lafayette
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A world-class education at a leading value. The University of Washington was recently ranked no. 9 nationally for best value for in-state students by U.S. News and World Report.
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The tribe has spoken, and Sage Ahrens-Nichols’ a UW Tacoma grad, is the second runner-up on season 49 of Survivor. Sage is a Social Work graduate who honed her social game strategy long before she landed in Fiji. Read her story below: tacoma.uw.edu/news/survivors…
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A legacy that will live on forever. 🧡💜 The Big Ten has renamed its Women’s Soccer Goalkeeper of the Year Award in honor of late Washington women's soccer standout Mia Hamant, ensuring her courage, light, and love for the game continue to inspire generations to come.
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Today, UW President Robert J. Jones spoke at his first State of the University Address. In it, he covered vital topics and challenges to the University. Watch the full speech here: youtube.com/live/FXt9V270vxg
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"We must make the UW more affordable and accessible. We must deepen partnerships that turn proximity to value. We must defend research as a national investment. We must strengthen trust between this University and the people we serve." - President Robert J. Jones
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Read more about the new strategic plan that sets a clear vision for the next five years at the UW and establishes four pillars to guide the institution’s choices and investments. Link: washington.edu/strategicplan
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"We are situated at the epicenter of innovation. But proximity is an advantage only if we turn it into meaningful relationships." The Puget Sound region has: 17 Fortune 500 Companies 40 Tech firms valued at $1B+ 200 Health/medicine non profits 900+ aerospace companies
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The UW has historically been among the largest recipients of federal research dollars. "If we do not swiftly turn the tide on federal research funding, what we lose as a nation will not be easily reversed."
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"I want to underscore the vital role the University of Washington plays in our state's economy and well-being." - President Robert J. Jones -UW generates $21 billion of annual economic impact on the state of Washington.
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Husky Undergrads: 71% complete at least one internship 80% participate in research 15-18% study abroad 70% join a student organization
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"As a comprehensive research university, we are equipped to prepare students for the jobs that do not yet exist. " - President Robert J. Jones
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71% of UW student graduate with no known debt, but we will keep working to increase that number.
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“There is no university better prepared than the University of Washington to advance and accelerate our three-part mission: commitment to student success, discovery and innovation that change the world, and strengthening the communities we serve. Today, that is truer than ever."
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UW President Robert J. Jones invites you to his first State of the University Address. He'll reflect on his first year as president & share his vision & the UW’s strategy for the future as it navigates the challenges & opportunities ahead. Tune in here: youtube.com/live/FXt9V270vxg
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Dark matter makes up most of the universe’s matter, but it’s invisible. A new UW simulation shows how its gravity could leave telltale marks on stellar streams, helping astronomers separate true evidence from cosmic false positives. washington.edu/news/2026/08/…
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Fall looks good on us. 🍁🏔️🍂
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