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We the People
Puget Sound will host events to mark National Voter Registration Day and Constitution Day.
After Puget Sound
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86%
of the Class of 2024 is employed, continuing their education, or engaged in public service -
10-to-1
student-to-faculty ratio -
$69,590
Median annual salary for recent Puget Sound graduates who received federal student aid
Read more about Social Fabric
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Social Fabric
Loggers are a creative sort, always looking for new ways to express themselves. From knitting and crocheting to quilting and spinning wool, these alumni, faculty, and staff are taking traditional crafting to new heights,…
Read more about University of Puget Sound Named One of Nation’s Top Undergraduate Institutions by The Princeton Review
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University of Puget Sound Named One of Nation’s Top Undergraduate Institutions by The Princeton Review
The University of Puget Sound is one of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduates, according to The Princeton Review. The education services company featured Puget Sound in the 2026 edition of its annual college guide,…
Read more about Prof. Heather White Awarded Grant to Research Churches' Role in Early LGBTQ+ Movement
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Prof. Heather White Awarded Grant to Research Churches' Role in Early LGBTQ+ Movement
A new research project is uncovering the overlooked role of progressive congregations in the 1970s as sanctuaries for early LGBTQ+ activism. “The Architecture of Pride,” led by Heather White, visiting professor of gender and…
Our rigorous curriculum is rooted in the liberal arts, so no matter what you choose to study, you’ll have opportunities to explore new subjects and ideas.
At Puget Sound, you get to know your professors and classmates, building community and connections that will benefit you long after graduation.
Take your education beyond the classroom with hands-on learning experiences from study abroad to internships to summer research.
Biology & Environmental Policy & Decision Making
Meghan Mooney '23
“This is a school where, if you get to know your professors, they become your community, cheering you on. It made me feel like I could do everything I set out to achieve.”
Mountains, City, Sea
From our beautiful Tacoma campus, you’re close to the best the Pacific Northwest has to offer, from world-class cuisine to backpacking in Olympic National Park.
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97-acre
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237
graduate students
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Latina/o Studies and Music
Angela Ronces-Cortez '24
“I feel like my educational experience is a good example of what you get at a liberal arts school like Puget Sound. My love of learning really flourished here.”
Alumni Stories
Alumni Stories
Read more about Puget Sound Master of Public Health Grad Supports Global Health Efforts
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Puget Sound Master of Public Health Grad Supports Global Health Efforts
Rebekah McCosby MPH’23 likes to describe herself as a generalist. She began her undergraduate degree studying nursing, but quickly realized it wasn’t for her and switched to biology. After graduation, she worked in a community…
Read more about Taking His Time
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Taking His Time
The most daunting moments of Eric Mercer Jr.’s career have arrived in relative quiet, far from any spotlights or screaming fans. The audiences have been small but discerning, and each instance provided what Mercer’s mentor and…
Read more about That Voice You Hear
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That Voice You Hear
Access to National Public Radio’s Washington, D.C., headquarters is limited these days; tours of the building, located a mile due north of the U.S. Capitol, remain suspended as they have been since the COVID-19 pandemic began…
What’s Happening
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National Voter Registration Day/Constitution Day Celebration
September
2025
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Behind the Archives Door Lecture Series: Investigating Cold Cases in WA State
September
2025
18
Experiential Learning Internship Symposium 2025
September
2025
24
Get Matched with an Alumni Mentor! Logger Link Matched Mentorship Program Info Session
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Community
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National Voter Registration Day/Constitution Day Celebration
Join the Civic Engagement Team and Meaningful Movies of Tacoma to celebrate National Voter Registration Day and…
September
2025
17
Campus
Community
Lectures
Behind the Archives Door Lecture Series: Investigating Cold Cases in WA State
Anna Brown, Cas Unruh, and Taylor Rees will be presenting their research on the use of forensic genetic genealogy in cold…
September
2025
18
Campus
Experiential Learning Internship Symposium 2025
Join us on Thursday, September 18 from 4-5:30 p.m. for an inspiring afternoon as students share their personal stories of…
September
2025
24
Campus
Get Matched with an Alumni Mentor! Logger Link Matched Mentorship Program Info Session
Are you ready to be matched with an alumni mentor? It’s time to sign up for the Matched Mentorship Program, powered by…
You Belong Here
From clubs to sports to volunteer opportunities, there’s no shortage of things to do at Puget Sound.
This Is the Sound of Your Future Calling
Living on Campus
Puget Sound offers traditional residence halls, suite-style living, campus houses, Greek housing, and more.
Financial Aid
More than 90% of Puget Sound students receive financial assistance to pay for college.
Academics
With more than 50+ traditional and interdisciplinary undergraduate programs and five graduate programs, you’ll find your fit at Puget Sound.