About us
We are deeply committed to building a strong yet adaptable infrastructure that supports diverse scholarly activities and community partnerships. We strive to enhance collaboration among 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell’s schools and academic programs while fostering connections with other educational institutions, organizations and the broader community.
Who we are
Academic Affairs is led by the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, who collaborates closely with the Chancellor and the General Faculty Organization (GFO).
At 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell, our faculty, staff, and administrators are dedicated to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment. Their commitment ensures that all students achieve educational excellence, equipping them for successful careers, responsible citizenship, and fulfilling lives.
Our faculty members, both outstanding scholars and innovative teachers, bring academic content to life and inspire rigorous thinking in students. Through interdisciplinary teaching and hands-on learning opportunities, they broaden perspectives on civic, social, cultural, and economic issues.

Central academic units
See below for more information on the central academic units that make up our division.
- Office of Connected Learning
- Office of Student Academic Success
- Office of Faculty Success
- Office of Sponsored Research
- 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell Research Centers
Academic programs
The 56³Ô¹ÏÍø is home to over 6,000 students from diverse backgrounds, pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees across five schools. Each school or program has its own unique focus and options, detailed on their respective websites. However, they all share a core belief that student-faculty relationships are the foundation of academic success.
- School of Business
- School of Educational Studies
- School of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences
- School of Nursing & Health Studies
- School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Other programs include the First Year & Pre-Major Program and Graduate Education.
Accreditation
The three-campus University of Washington is accredited by the and is a member of the . 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell is also a member of the . Individual schools and colleges are members of the various accrediting associations in their respective fields.
All students who meet graduation requirements at the Bothell campus are conferred a University of Washington degree. .
Specialized accreditations
Many undergraduate and graduate programs at the 56³Ô¹ÏÍø are accredited by specialized accrediting bodies, often tied to national professional organizations. These agencies ensure program quality through discipline-specific standards, criteria, and procedures. .