Western Washington University Admission Requirements
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Western Washington University Admission Overview
Western Washington University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Western Washington University admitted 93.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.46 GPA (B+) and SAT 1150-1390 / ACT 24-31. Western Washington University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Western Washington University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Western Washington University Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Very Low
Admission difficulty for Western Washington University
Acceptance Rate
The Western Washington University acceptance rate is 93.2%. Last year, 13,162 of 14,115 applicants were admitted. That is the 19th lowest acceptance rate in Washington.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Western Washington University and can you get accepted?
Western Washington University is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile. Getting an offer is relatively likely compared with more selective schools, but last year's class still posted a strong academic profile.
Western Washington University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.46. 23% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Western Washington University GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.46Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
B+Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.46
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Western Washington University typically have around a 3.46 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. Western Washington University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #13 in Washington for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Western Washington University SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
1150-1390Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
9%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 590
- Math 560
- Composite 1150
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 710
- Math 680
- Composite 1390
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Western Washington University typically score around a 1270 SAT (middle 50% 1150–1390) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 85th percentile nationally. Western Washington University ranks #8 in the state of Washington and #250 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1150 to 1390
SAT policy
Western Washington University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1270 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Western Washington University ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
24-31Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
2%25th Percentile Scores
- English 24
- Math 22
- Composite 24
75th Percentile Scores
- English 33
- Math 28
- Composite 31
Average ACT
Incoming testers at Western Washington University typically have around a 27 ACT (mid-50 24–31) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 85th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Western Washington University places #7 among colleges in Washington for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 24 to 31
ACT policy
You may apply to Western Washington University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 27.0 ACT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Western Washington University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Jan 31, 2027Days left to Apply
153Applicants have 153 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Jan 31, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Western Washington University is $70.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Western Washington University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 93.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.46 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1150-1390); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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GPA calculator: Western Washington University GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026