Western Washington University
Bellingham, WashingtonOverview
Student Population
16,121National Rank
#415| Location | Bellingham, Washington |
| Online | wwu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Bellingham, Washington, Western Washington University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 11,124 prospective students applied, and 9,751 were granted admission. Of those admitted 3,147 enrolled in the school. 14,619 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,502 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $7,038 plus fees of $1,088. Western Washington University is ranked 415 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Difficult| SAT | 1080/1280 |
| ACT | 22/29 |
| GPA | 3.42 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Mar 1, 2020 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Washington Resident Tuition
$7,038| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $924 |
| Other Fees | $1,088 |
| Room and Board | $11,466 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,561 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,077 |
Out of State Tuition
$22,452| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $924 |
| Other Fees | $1,088 |
| Room and Board | $11,466 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,561 |
| Total One Year Cost | $39,491 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$48,000 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
73% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 13% |
| Social Sciences | 13% |
| English and Literature | 8% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 6% |
| Psychology | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=237011 IPEDS survey data for Western Washington University.
