University of Washington College of Engineering

Welcome home, Huskies

As our community kicks off autumn quarter together, get excited for all the possibilities for the year ahead.

Good grips

UW researchers are taking on one of the greatest challenges in robotics: the ability to grasp and manipulate objects with superhuman dexterity.

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Predicting river temperatures

Doctoral student George Darkwah is harnessing satellite data to help Pacific Northwest tribes restore fishing stocks.

Science for salmon

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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

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National leader for inclusive excellence

Awarded by The American Society for Engineering Education

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$95,000*

Average starting salary for alumni

*Including alumni from the Allen School

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Students working as a group on car's electric controls

The student experience

Find your community

Join an engineering student club to explore different engineering majors, meet researchers and professionals, work on hands-on projects, and connect with fellow students.

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News and events

Inconsistent stations hinder EV adoption

UW researchers found that car buyers with negative views of public charger reliability were far less likely to choose an EV than those with even moderate views.

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Accelerating U.S. manufacturing

Researchers bridge battery manufacturing knowledge gaps between academia and industry.

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Brain communications

Allen School researchers develop a machine learning technique to capture the chatter between brain regions.

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Fostering engineering leaders

The UW Engineering Leadership Institute, a new partnership of the College of Engineering and Foster School of Business, will equip mid-career engineers to lead effectively in fast-evolving industries.

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