A Global University

The University of Washington is connected around the globe. Thanks to our incredible faculty and researchers, we yield a world of opportunity for students through study abroad, research, internships and classroom experiential learning. We take pride in our global impact on local, national and international communities.

UW Global Facts

Global Rankings

– Top 10 global university
– Top Peace Corps producer
– Top Fulbright producer

Study Abroad

– 2,500+ Huskies study abroad
– To 100+ countries

Global Community

– 7,000+ international students from 100+ countries
– 17,000+ alumni and friends live outside of the U.S.

Global Connections

– 200+ global partnerships across 47 countries
– 40,000+ co-authored international publications

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Story Spotlights

Exploring Children's Literature Via Study Abroad

Creating global learning opportunities for UW students by leading study abroad programs with a focus on children’s and young adult literature, youth services, and librarianship in the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand.