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Washington State University

Pullman, WA · Public · Distant town · Website

Washington State University campus
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Admission rate
87%
Accessible
Average net price
$13,462
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
63%
Median earnings
$72,280
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Washington State University is a public college in Pullman, WA with 21,099 undergraduates. It admits 87% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $13,462 per year ($6,750 for families earning under $30,000). 63% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $72,280 ten years after enrolling.

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Admissions

Admission rate
87%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
26,166
Fall 2023
Admitted
22,335
Fall 2023
Yield
19%
of admitted students enrolled

What Washington State University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$27,914
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$13,888
Out-of-state tuition
$30,994

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$6,750
  • $30–48k$7,495
  • $48–75k$8,683
  • $75–110k$15,212
  • $110k+$24,537

Get a personal estimate with Washington State University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
63%
Freshman retention
78%
Median earnings
$72,280
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$18,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
21,099
Student–faculty ratio
15:1
Receive Pell grants
35%
  • White57%
  • Hispanic19%
  • Black3%
  • Asian7%

Washington State University FAQ

What is Washington State University's acceptance rate?+

Washington State University admits 87% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

Is Washington State University test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to Washington State University?+

In Fall 2023, 26,166 students applied to Washington State University and 22,335 were admitted; 4,249 enrolled.

Does Washington State University consider legacy status?+

No. Washington State University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Washington State University require an essay?+

Washington State University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Washington State University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $27,914 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,462.

What is Washington State University's graduation rate?+

63% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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