Washington

Are you looking for a graduate education experience that is on the cutting edge of research and technology, located in a state that is equally progressive? Washington is growing and improving the quality of life of its adventurous residents every year and the higher education institutions are continuing to grow as well.

Life in Washington

Washington is located in the Pacific Northwest of the United States. It is bordered by parts of Canada, the Pacific Ocean, and US states. The geography features beautiful mountains and dense forests to the west and grain lands to the east. Because of the dense forests and vegetation, Washington is known as the "Evergreen State". Climate conditions are divided by region, with the west of the state having mild weather and the east having hotter summers and colder winters.

The population of Washington is 5.8 million, with 80% living in urban areas. Transportation is readily available by highway or boat. Quality of living is high, and there is a low cost of living and crime rate. Residents take advantage of the great outdoors by skiing, biking, fishing and boating on the coast, and exploring wildlife preserves. The cities of Seattle, Vancouver, and Olympia, to name a few, are easily accessible for visiting.

Graduate Studies in Washington

Washington is home to 46 public and 35 private higher education institutes. Cost and tuition at these schools are average for the country, with public education usually being at lower cost than private. Many programs are offered at each institution, including medicine, law, nursing, business, and engineering.

Continuing research is a major goal of many universities in Washington. Institutions receive the largest amount of federal research funding in the United States, and there are institutions with number 1 ranking in research productivity in the state. Institutions have also received number 1 ranking for medicine and nursing programs, and have been ranked in the Top 100 Global Universities in the World by Newsweek. Besides the award-winning programs themselves, many of the faculty has also received top awards for their achievements.

International Graduate Students

Washington is a state known for its progressive views on the world and continued growth. Residents enjoy exploring new ideas and activities, and are never afraid to learn new things. This lifestyle and point of view is perfect for helping international students feel welcome. Students from all over the world study at Washington institutions, and the many clubs and organizations for international students provide a welcome place for new students to ask questions and learn about their environment. Faculty and programs are award winning, and quality of life is high, so graduate students should have no program receiving one of the best educations in the one of the best environments in the nation.

Financing Your Graduate Education

Official Washington state website:
www.experience
washington.com
Washington board of
Higher Education: www.hecb.wa.gov

Most international students will not be able to receive financial aid from the United States government. However, there are still many options available for international students at the graduate level. Interested students can apply for teaching fellowships, grants, and scholarships through their individual colleges. Education in the United States is generally seen to be more expensive than in other areas of the world, but with the sterling reputation of the US higher education system and the numerous help available, international graduate students will be investing in their future while also benefiting by learning about the world around them.

Why Washington?

Washington abounds in natural beauty, so enjoying all this state has to offer is always an easy task. There are many beach and ski resorts and festivals year-round, so entertainment is never hard to find. For art and culture, there are many museums in cities like Seattle, such as the Seattle Art Museum, and the Pacific Science Museum. Musical symphonies are also popular throughout the state. Large nearby cities like Seattle and Vancouver offer day and nighttime activity, and transportation to any of these areas is never a problem.

Washington residents embrace free-spirited ideals, value people from all over the world, and are always eager to learn and contribute to the good of the world as a whole. Because of the high quality, award-winning education, you are able to receive the benefits of living in this state while not compromising your graduate education. Come today, and explore all that Washington has to offer!