Bothell
Spending a part of your university experience abroad will expand your understanding of the world and help you develop global skills – adaptability, intercultural communication, learning on the fly, etc. – that are in high demand by employers and graduate programs. For many students, studying abroad is a transformational experience. Learn more here.
Seattle
Depending on your learning goals, UW Seattle graduate students can participate in faculty-led programs, exchanges, international internships or independent learning. Learn more here.
Tacoma
Studying abroad can expand your understanding of the world and can help you develop cultural awareness all while earning credits towards your UW Tacoma degree. Learn more here.
The Office of the Ombud welcomes the entire University of Washington community* across the three campuses and the medical enterprise. We provide a collaborative and confidential environment to discuss your situation, raise issues, consider your options, and develop a plan for the future.
Our mission is to provide high quality, client-focused services for preventing, managing, navigating and resolving conflict at the UW while also working to improve the fairness and effectiveness of the University’s systems and operations. We act as thought-partners with clients to assist them in navigating any issue to do with their lives at the UW. Through active participation in the problem-solving process, clients develop the ability to prevent, manage, and resolve future conflicts.
*Patients of UW Medical Center visit the UW Medicine Patient Relations page for resources
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You have a right to live, work, study and socialize in an environment that’s free of violence and harassment. If you have concerns about your or another person’s wellbeing, these services can help.
More about Campus Safety
The University of Washington provides victims/survivors of sexual assault, relationship violence, domestic violence, stalking, and sexual harassment an array of resources that reflect the University’s commitment to preventing and responding to sex- and gender-based violence, harassment, and discrimination.
These resources can help you access confidential support, address safety concerns, locate medical care and counseling providers, and learn how to make a report to the University or law enforcement.
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The U-PASS is a bus pass plus more. Loaded right onto the Husky Card, the U-PASS provides members with unlimited rides on regional buses, commuter trains, light rail and water taxis as well as discounts on vanpools, carpools and other special offers.
Whether you are a visitor to the campus or a regular commuter, it’s easy to get to the University of Washington by bus or light rail. More than 60 bus routes serve the University District, including many that drive onto the campus itself.
Transportation Services
As a graduate student, your apartment living options are many and varied. You can live right next door to campus or just a short bus ride away. Our furnished and unfurnished apartments are available to students who are single, married, registered same-sex domestic partners, as well as students with families.
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Off-Campus Housing Information
Below are sites that provide off-campus rental listings for apartments and houses:
Seattle Rentals | PadMapper | Apartments.com
The UW provides private, secure, and clean lactation stations oil all three campuses to support nursing parents in academic buildings, at the medical centers, and in other UW offices.
The Childcare Assistance Program (formerly known as Student Parent Resource Center) is designed to assist UW Seattle campus students in covering the costs of licensed childcare for their children (ages birth – 12 years old) while enrolled in an eligible program of study. This award is funded by Student & Activity fees paid by students attending the Seattle Campus.
More about the Childcare Assistance Program