Western Washington University

Western Washington University 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 2022 tuition & fees of Western Washington University 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 student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).

The average earning after 10 years of graduation from Western Washington University is $50,600 and it varies by field of study.

Western Washington University is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.

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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 Sevices
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)

Western Washington University Campus, Bellingham, WA

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 are $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 are $12,795 for Washington residents and $25,386 for out-of-state students.

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	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: March 14, 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.

2022 Key Stats

The Acceptance rate at Western Washington University is 96% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 28%. 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.

2022 Key Academics Statistics
Admission Stats »	96% Acceptance Rate / 28% 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

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

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.

Special Learning Opportunities
Online Class	Undergraduate, Graduate
ROTC	No
Weekend/Evening College	No
Teacher Certification	Yes
Study Abroad	Yes

It provides several student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.

On-Campus Student Services
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 University. 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.