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UW Police

The University of Washington Police Department collaborates with our community to create a safe and secure UW campus through education, problem solving and enforcement.

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Emergency: 911

Non-Emergency: 206-685-8973 (UWPD) or report online

Anonymous Tips: 206-685-8477

Email: uwpolice@uw.edu **this account is not monitored 24/7, call 911 for an emergency**

Address: 3939 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105

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Online reporting

Submit an online report to notify UWPD about non-emergency crimes, such as theft, vandalism or lost property. All reports will be assigned a case number and reviewed by an officer. You may be contacted if further investigation is needed.   DO NOT USE THIS TOOL TO REPORT MOTORIZED VEHICLE THEFTS (including eBikes and eScooters) — CALL 206-685-8973

 

File a report online

 

Beyond the UW Seattle campus

If you need emergency assistance, call 911. For non-emergency assistance at UW Bothell or UW Tacoma, contact the UWB or UWT campus safety office:

UW Bothell Campus Safety

UW Tacoma Campus Safety

SafeZone app

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With this free app, connect with UWPD immediately when you’re on the Seattle campus and relevant local emergency services when you aren’t. Use the app to call for help, report a medical issue or share your location with UWPD on your walk home.

Download the app

Electronic & bike registration

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Use this service to register your electronic devices and/or bike so that there’s a record of your ownership if your stuff is stolen or lost. Plus, get tips for preventing theft.

Sign-up

Safety escort services

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Studying late? Use Husky SafeTrip (formerly NightWalk) or NightRide for a safe trip to places on or near the UW Seattle campus. Husky NightWalk can also help with building lockouts and dead car batteries.

Check it out

Mental health and wellbeing

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Mental health is important. Find out how to get mental health support for yourself or for a student you care about.

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SafeCampus and other services

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Check out some of the other safety options offered by the UW, including SafeCampus. Contact SafeCampus — no matter where you work or study — to anonymously discuss safety and well-being concerns for yourself or others. SafeCampus’ team of caring professionals will provide individualized support.

Other UW resources

Off-campus resources

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Find yourself outside of our jurisdiction or want to explore your options? Here are some other resources for you, including shelters and hotlines.

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Chief Craig Wilson

 

 

Your safety matters. I’m a UW grad, and I’ve proudly served in UWPD for more than 25 years. By working together to create strong partnerships, UWPD and our students, faculty and staff create a campus community where we can all learn and thrive.

Craig WilsonUniversity of Washington Chief of Police, UW '94

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Careers at UWPD

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Interested in joining the UW Police Department? Learn more about our openings, benefits, and requirements.

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Accreditations

We hold ourselves to the highest standards and follow best practices for law enforcement agencies. UWPD is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies and the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs.

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News


  • Public Comment Portal

    February 17, 2025

    The University of Washington Police Department is participating in the CALEA Law Enforcement Accreditation process for its 6th reaccreditation. UWPD was first accredited by CALEA in 2005 and reaccredited in 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2021. We are now in the process of achieving our 6th reaccreditation in 2025. As a part of this process,…

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  • New scam targets international students

    December 23, 2024

    Exclamation point with the words scam alert and UWPD Warning

    The University of Washington Police Department is warning international students about a new scam email from a fake UW office that alleges that a student committed academic integrity violations. The email is from a person who is not a real UW employee in the UW’s non-existent Academic Integrity Department and accuses the international student of…

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  • Warning: Thieves want your electronic bikes and scooters

    November 25, 2024

    An electronic bike secured to a bike rack with a U lock.

    E-bikes and e-scooters are prime targets for thieves, and the UW campus in Seattle is no exception. From January to November 2024, 30 e-bikes and 40 e-scooters were reported stolen — 23 e-scooters in October alone. If you’re an e-bike or e-scooter owner, there are several steps you can take to protect your ride. 1.…

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