Office of the Chancellor
Chancellor Kristin G. Esterberg
I’m pleased to welcome you to the University of Washington Bothell. Our mission is to provide access to an excellent UW education and to ensure students have a dynamic, hands-on experience, filled with opportunity inside and outside the classroom.
We offer more than 55 undergraduate and graduate degrees — and pride ourselves on creating a small campus community feel that is welcoming and inclusive to all.
I hope you join our diverse community of scholars and learners. Go UW Bothell Huskies!

The UW Bothell Distinction
Chancellor Kristin G. Esterberg often gets the question, “What makes UW Bothell different?” In this short video, she shares three characteristics that help set the campus apart from other universities.
Upcoming events
Recent UW Bothell news
- From demonstrating the value of urban tree canopies to consulting on a platform to reduce food waste, students presented their projects at the 2026 Student Academic Showcase. The post Showcasing student research and capstones appeared first on News.
- Health Studies professor is recognized for public service and for research that has shaped critical issues across diverse global settings. The post A twice exceptional standout among faculty appeared first on News.
- Outstanding community-engaged scholar delivers on his promise to help students meet the needs of diverse learners. The post Joyful partnerships appeared first on News.


