Show your Husky pride and support UW students!

Add Purple Pride to your ride with a UW license plate, available at any Washington state Department of Licensing (DOL) office. 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.

You don’t have to wait until your tab renewal — get your UW plate today.

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FAQs

How do I personalize my plates?

Learn more about personalized plates on DOL’s website where you can also search to see if your preference is available. You may personalize your plate with up to seven characters (6 characters for motorcycles), including letters, numbers, dashes, and spaces. No unusual characters (&, !, @ , +, #, etc.)

How much does a UW plate cost?

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.

How much of the special plate registration fee is directed to UW students?

For each plate sold, $28 goes directly to the General Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships for UW students in Seattle. Past UW license plate sales have raised more than $3 million. 

Do I have to be a UW alum to get a UW plate?

No. Anybody and everybody can purchase UW plates.

Do I have to wait until my tab renewal to get a UW plate?

No. You can purchase a UW plate at any time.

How do I purchase UW plates?

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.

What if I already have a personalized UW plate?

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.

Can I get a UW plate for my motorcycle or scooter?

Yes!

When will I receive my UW plates?

The plates are mailed to the registered owner within five business days of purchase.

What will my new plate number be?

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.

Can I keep my plate when I sell my car?

Yes! These plates may be transferred to your new vehicle. Be sure to register your new car with your existing plates with the DOL.