Bellingham, WA

Western Washington University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Western Washington University is a four-year, public school located in Bellingham, WA.
It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Western Washington University is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.

93% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 14,115 applied, 13,162 accepted, and 3,019 enrolled in Western Washington.
1,306 men and 1,690 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,280 SAT, 28 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,280 and ACT score is 28. The SAT score of 1280 is high, 81 to 86 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total115012801390
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing590660710
Math560620680
ACT Score
Composite242831
Math222528
English242933
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $9,582 for Washington residents and $28,707 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $13,878 for Washington residents and $27,389 for others.
Tuition has increased by 3.07% compared to last year at Western Washington University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

8,153 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $9,018.
For freshmen, 2,980 students (95%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $7,041.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 14,710 students enrolled Western Washington in 2025.
By gender, 6,292 men and 8,418 women students are enrolled.
There are 13,752 undergraduate and 958 graduate students.
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156 Major Programs

  • 2 programs through online
  • 30 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Western Washington is 65%.
The retention rate is 79% for full-time and 79% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
65%
Retention Rate
79%
Students to Faculty Ratio
18 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 1,007 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Western Washington and the average faculty salary is $106,188. The studetns to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.
There are 2,208 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $84,275.
Number of Faculties
1,007
Average Faculty Salary
$106,188
Number of Staffs
2,208
Average Staff Salary
$84,275

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • On-Campus Daycare
  • Libraries
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