Western Washington University
Western Washington University (Western Washington) is a four-years, public school located in Bellingham, WA. It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Master's degree.
The Western Washington's 2022 tuition & fees is $8,703 for Washington residents and $25,930 for out-of-state students. 57% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,981.
The school has a total enrollment of 15,197 and the students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).
The average earning after 10 years of graduation from the school is $50,600 and it varies by field of study.
Western Washington ranked 4th in Washington Colleges rankings. Western Washington University is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Directory Information
| Address | 516 High Street, Bellingham, WA 98225-9008 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 360-650-3000 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-years, public |
| Carnegie Category | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Master's degree |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)
2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of Western Washington University are $8,703 for in-state students and $25,930 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2022 tuition and fees are $12,490 for in-state students and $24,737 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2023 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,902 for Washington residents and $26,611 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes over the past five years. The estimated 2023 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,795 for Washington residents and $25,386 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $8,703 | $25,930 |
| Graduate | $12,490 | $24,737 |
Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: July 22, 2022)
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $8,902 | $26,611 |
| Graduate | $12,795 | $25,386 |
The estimation for 2022-2023 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The Acceptance rate at Western Washington University is 96.10% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 28.27%. The average SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,200.
The average graduation rate is 68%. Total 15,197 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $50,600. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse program shows the highest salary with $68,800 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 96.10% Acceptance Rate / 28.27% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,200 SAT / 26 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 68% |
| Retention Rate | 79%(full-time), 55% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 5.56% (18 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 15,197 (14,194 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $7,981 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $50,600 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $20,000 - $68,800 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
Western Washington University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | No |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
Western Washington provides several student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of Western Washington. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 4,144. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $3,961.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 4,144 |
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