Important Notice: UW Scout will be retired on March 20, 2026. The iOS and Android apps have already been removed from their respective app stores. Going forward, support will be limited to maintaining current functionality only; no new features or changes will be accepted.

 

Scout is your guide to discovering the perfect study spaces, campus dining options, and tech items that fit your needs at UW. Whether you're looking for a quiet spot to focus, a quick bite, or the latest tech resources, we've got you covered.

 

Visit the Scout App

Scout is available as a native Android and iOS app as well as a mobile-optimized web app that can be accessed from any desktop computer or mobile device.

Scout

Online Help Center

• Frequently Asked Questions
• Request to remove a space from Scout
• Suggest a new space to add

Scout helps you to

• Find study spaces that meet specific criteria such as lighting, ambient noise, proximity to food and coffee, and availability of amenities such as printers, whiteboards, outlets, etc.
• View spaces on all three UW campuses right from your desktop or mobile device.
• Find campus food locations that meet specific criteria (all three campuses).
• Find tech items such as tablets, digital cameras, digital video cameras, laptops, data projectors and so on (Seattle campus only).

Help Desk

• Email: help@uw.edu
• Space removal request: help@uw.edu