Skip to content

Economic and Societal Impact of the UW

The economic, employment and government revenue impact of operations and research at the University of Washington is measured in a new report prepared by Tripp Umbach, a nationally recognized consulting firm.

Among the key findings: $9.1 billion in total economic impact is generated by the UW in the state of Washington, and every $1 that the state invests in the UW generates $22.56 in the total state economy.

Read the report, see FAQs and more >>

Our economic impact on Washington state

In the June edition of Columns magazine, President Mark Emmert wrote:

“The UW is a vitally important economic engine for the state of Washington and plays a crucial role in keeping our region competitive in the global economy. Yet many Washingtonians don’t realize the full extent of the impact our University has on their own financial well-being and quality of life.”

We invite you to read the full article.