<p>Wow, you've got a lot of questions, but they are all really good. Considering, I'm still in h.s as a senior, I don't think I can answer all of your questions. The good thing though is that I was raised in Tacoma (45 min. away from UW), my brother recently graduated from there, and I have a bunch of friends who attend the school.</p>
<p>Dorms
I don't know a lot about specific dorms, but I do know that you don't have to pay extra for internet (it's part of your room/board fee). That's the same for cable. The dorms are your average dorm rooms. I didn't think they were super small, but they aren't giantic either...comfortably cozy.. haha, they aren't bad. There are two sets of beds, desks, and drawers/closet. I do know that some dorms are set up like apts. (a living room, 3 bedrooms, a bathroom) that type of thing, which is nice if you don't like communal restrooms.</p>
<p>Honors
I really don't have a lot of information about the Honors program other than the fact that the deadline for applying is Jan 15.</p>
<p>Education
Again, I don't know a lot of specific information regarding education. I do know that freshman lectures are HUGE (like 800) for some subjects/classes (biology, etc.) According to my brother, these are "weeder classes" to weed out the kids who won't make it in college and the numbers get a lot smaller later on.</p>
<p>Social
My brother brought home some crazy stories, but I don't think it is like high school socially. Greek is big, but it doesn't consume the school and the students. However, there is a drift between the Greeks and the non-Greeks, but its really not that big of deal if you don't worry about it too much. My brother was really involved in ASUW (the student council of the university) and all of my info is what I've learned from him. He was really into the school socially and he even ran for ASUW President. He lost to the reigning VP, but the crazy part is that everyone who won were Greek except for the President. The school is very liberal. (Seattle is the 3rd most liberal city). However, that does not mean that the kids aren't studious. There really isn't a connection with being liberal and being studious because even the partiers are there for an education.</p>
<p>Campus
The campus is gorgeous! Whether or not its scary at night depends on how much common sense a person has. UW is located in the University District of Seattle so it is in the city. However, the best thing about its location is that it is situated on the outskirts of the city so it is away from the downtown traffic, ongoings, whatever. Actually, its a lot like its own city, but not as big as Seattle. So back to your question, you should travel in pairs/groups at night and just be cautious of your surroundings. They also have campus security that will escort you to your dorm if you call them.</p>
<p>Money
Not sure about financial aid and scholarships. I don't think it is hard to find a job, and according to my brother, if you can afford it, don't get a job. Or at least get one that won't drive you crazy 'cus you still have classes, hw, a life to keep in mind.</p>
<p>Public transportation is great for Huskies because they have this thing called the U-Pass where you can ride the buses for free.</p>
<p>Professors are there if you approach them. Remember there are around 40,00 students who attend the university. It's HUGE!</p>
<p>I'm sorry that I couldn't answer all of your questions, but I hope this helped.</p>