Founded in 1861, the University of Washington (UW) is a leading public research university located in Seattle, with additional campuses in Tacoma and Bothell. Renowned for excellence in medicine, engineering, computer science, public policy and environmental sustainability, UW is a member of the Association of American Universities and one of the world’s top public institutions. With a diverse community of more than 60,000 students and extensive global partnerships, it advances discovery, education and innovation to improve health, equity and environmental resilience in the United States and beyond.