Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Pullman, Washington |
| Online | wsu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Washington State University's main campus is situated in Pullman, a rural college town in eastern Washington's Palouse region, approximately 75 miles south of Spokane. Established in 1890 as a land-grant institution, WSU's campus features a blend of historic brick buildings and modern facilities spread across 1,742 acres of rolling hills. The university maintains strong academic programs in veterinary medicine, agriculture, engineering, and communications, with the Edward R. Murrow College of Communication being particularly notable. Most freshmen live in on-campus residence halls, and the university participates in NCAA Division I athletics as a member of the Pac-12 Conference, with its Cougars competing in various sports. WSU operates as a multi-campus system with additional locations in Spokane, Tri-Cities, Vancouver, and Everett, though Pullman remains the flagship campus.
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Washington State is rated within the top 40% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Washington State University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#385 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#106 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#9 in Best Colleges in Washington
#3 in Best Public Colleges in Washington
#401 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#7 in Best Value Colleges in Washington
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1020/1210 |
| ACT | 20/26 |
| GPA | 3.5 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 31, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $70 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Washington Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $762 |
| Other Fees | $2,021 |
| Room and Board | $13,131 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,642 |
| Total One Year Cost | $30,532 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $762 |
| Other Fees | $2,021 |
| Room and Board | $13,131 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,642 |
| Total One Year Cost | $46,608 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 18% |
| Social Sciences | 16% |
| Health Professions | 8% |
| Engineering | 8% |
| Communication | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=236939 IPEDS survey data for Washington State University.
Current students may use the Washington State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025