Western Washington University
Public university · Bellingham, WA · 13,544 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
93%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1150–1390
ACT (middle 50%)
24–31
Average net price
$19,963
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$30,422
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
61%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Western Washington University?
Western Washington University accepts about 93 of every 100 applicants (93%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1150 and 1390 on the SAT. A score at or above 1390 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1150, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 24–31.
The latest federal data says Western Washington University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Western Washington University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Western Washington University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $30,422 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $19,963 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $9,924 for WA residents and $29,091 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$9,924
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$29,091
- Room & board$16,107
- Total cost of attendance$30,422
- Average net price after grants$19,963
Popular majors
Interdisciplinary Studies, Business, Social Sciences, Psychology, Education.
Western Washington University FAQ
- What is Western Washington University's acceptance rate?
- 93% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Western Washington University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1150–1390. Aim for 1390 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Western Washington University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 24–31.
- Is Western Washington University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Western Washington University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Western Washington University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Western Washington University cost?
- About $30,422 a year before aid; $19,963 on average after grants.
- What is Western Washington University's FAFSA school code?
- 003802. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Western Washington University receives your information.
- What is Western Washington University's graduation rate?
- 61% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Western Washington University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Washington UniversityCheney, WA | 91% | — | $13,647 | 43% |
| Central Washington UniversityEllensburg, WA | 91% | — | $21,201 | 51% |
| University of Washington-Bothell CampusBothell, WA | 91% | — | $13,802 | 68% |
| The Evergreen State CollegeOlympia, WA | 96% | 1035–1253 | $25,154 | 38% |
| Saint Martin's UniversityLacey, WA | 90% | 1025–1230 | $25,472 | 56% |
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