Direct Admission for UW is the key. 2 years ago that program admitted the best 1000 freshmen CS hopefuls and from those 2 years later took the top 300 into the program. Glad to hear of the direct admission option. UW is the higher ranked program for CS and Seattle is a mecca for top tech (MS and Amazon).
Check the progression requirements for each. Which coast does she prefer? Have her write out the pros and cons for each and study them for a week before she announces her decision.