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Enrollment Deposit

How much is WWU's enrollment deposit?

Western Washington University requires a deposit of $350 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

75.50%

Western Washington University is in the top 75.50% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

70.60%

Western Washington University is in the top 70.60% of colleges in the state of Washington for deposit cost. 18.18% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

88.70%

Western Washington University is in the top 88.70% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% ofpublic colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Western Washington University educates a diverse community of 14,747 students, with 13,801 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 946 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

14,747


Total Undergraduates

13,801

Total Graduates

946


Full-Time vs Part-Time

88% Full-Time

12% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Western Washington University has a 93% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Western Washington University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1250 and the average ACT score is 26.


Acceptance Rate

93%


Application Fee

$70

How Do I Apply to Western Washington University?

You can apply to Western Washington University by going to the official application page and paying the $70 application fee.


SAT

Students submitting SAT

12%

Total Score

400

1600

11301340

Reading and Writing

200

800

590690

Math

200

800

540650

ACT

Students submitting ACT

2%

Composite Score

0

36

2530

English

0

36

2332

Math

0

36

2127

Location

Located in Bellingham, WA, Western Washington University offers students a accessible urban experience with all the advantages of a smaller city setting.


City

Bellingham


County

Whatcom County


State

Washington


Country

United States


Urbanization

City: Small

About

Western Washington University features a student-focused approach with a 17 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

17 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


Website

wwu.edu/

Cost

Western Washington University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $21,105 with 61% of students receiving financial assistance including 20% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$21,105


Received Aid

61%


Pell Recipients

20%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $9,286

Out-of-State: $27,853

Demographics

The Western Washington University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 85% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
5,903 (42%)
Women
7,898 (57%)
Other
128 (1%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
64 (0%)
18-19
5,166 (37%)
20-21
4,819 (35%)
22-24
2,715 (20%)
Over 25
1,037 (8%)

Outcomes

Western Washington University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 68% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

68%

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