With $28 from each plate going to support UW students, it’s a great way to pay it forward for future Huskies. So far, UW license plate sales have raised more than $3 million for the UW General Scholarship Fund.
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Frequently asked questions
Unless you request personalized plates, your new number will be assigned by the DOL computer system. Plates are assigned in numerical order when a transaction is finalized.
You may personalize your plate with up to seven characters (6 characters for motorcycles), including letters, numbers, dashes, and spaces. No unusual characters (&, !, @ , +, #, etc.)
Learn more about personalized plates on DOL’s website where you can also search to see if your preference is available.
Total costs and fees may vary depending on your vehicle, but it costs $157.25 the first year you receive your purple plates. Each year you renew the cost is lower, covering the charitable contribution to the UW General Scholarship Fund plus your tabs. Contact your local licensing office for specific fees.
No. Anybody and everybody can purchase UW plates.
No. You can purchase a UW plate at any time.
Complete the application and mail to Vehicle Licensing, Department of Licensing, PO Box 9909, Olympia, WA 98507-8500, or take it to a licensing office. It’s that easy.
If your vehicle has a previous UW plate design, we encourage you to make the switch. You can keep the personalized message on your plate. Just visit your local DOL office to replace your current UW plate with the all-purple plate. The DOL will charge a replacement fee to retain your current message. Contact your local DOL office for exact costs and fees.
Yes!
The plates are mailed to the registered owner within five business days of purchase.
Yes! These plates may be transferred to your new vehicle. Be sure to register your new car with your existing plates with the DOL.