The University of Washington (UW) in Seattle is a top public research university founded in 1861, with over 36,000 undergraduates pursuing innovative programs in fields like computer science and medicine. Students enjoy a balanced life of rigorous academics, supportive community, tech proximity, leadership opportunities, and vibrant social scene blending city access with nature.

State

Washington

Student Population

36,000

Acceptance Rate

39%

GPA Range

3.55-3.89

SAT Range

1333-1500

Common Majors

Computer Science, Engineering, Business, Biology, Psychology

"Our campus feels like a stunning PNW paradise. It's a mix of historic brick buildings, modern labs, and green quads perfect for frisbee or study breaks, plus easy walks to "The Ave" for killer food trucks and shops, all backed by jaw-dropping Cascade and Olympic Mountain views."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 1

Tuition (no scholarship)

$12,973 (in-state) & $43,209 (out-of-state)

Conference

Big Ten Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

71.4 - 77.7

Avg Women's Scores

73.88 - 78.07

Men's Team Notes

The Huskies Men competed in 12+ tournaments, posting top-13 finishes including 9th at Golf Club of Georgia Collegiate and 10th at Southwestern Invitational, but no podiums. They placed 17th at Big Ten Championships and advanced to NCAA Regionals in Bremerton.

Women's Team Notes

The Huskies Women opened with a tie for sixth at the Leadership & Golf Invitational in Washington, followed by a third-place finish at the Molly Intercollegiate Invitational in California (their second-best team result). Their top achievement was winning the Dr. Donnis Thompson Invitational in Hawaii at 19-under par among 17 teams.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Alan Murray

Women's Coach

Anna Temple

Men's Email

alanm4@uw.edu

Women's Email

artemple@uw.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Alan Murray, who was named Washington's head men's golf coach on Aug. 10, 2016, is in his ninth year at the helm of the Husky program. He is the 10th head coach in the history of the Huskies' program. Since joining Washington prior to the 2016-17 season, Murray has helped Washington remain one of the best programs in college golf. Highlighting Murray's tenure leading the Husky program, Washington enjoyed one of its most successful seasons ever in 2021-22.

Women's Coach Bio

Anna Temple was named the Head Coach of the UW women's golf team on May 22, 2025. She has served as Associate Head Coach and recruiting coordinator for the Huskies for the past three years, and succeeds Mary Lou Mulflur, who retired at the conclusion of the 2025 season after a Hall of Fame 42 years at Washington. Temple becomes the fifth women’s golf head coach in UW history.