Checklist for high school seniors
To be fully prepared and give yourself the best chance of admission to WSU, make sure you've done these things:
1. Complete these high school prerequisite courses:
- English - Four years, including at least three of composition and literature
- Mathematics - One year each of algebra I, geometry, and advanced algebra; an added (senior) year is recommended
- Science - Two years, including one year of a lab science (biology, chemistry, or physics)
- Foreign language - Two years of a single foreign language, Native American language, or American Sign Language
- Social science - Three years, including at least one year of historyArts - One year in fine, visual, or performing arts, or an additional year from the course work listed above
2. Visit Campus
Come to one of our visitation events or visit on your own. For more information go to the visit site or call 888-GO-TO-WSU (toll-free 888-468-6978).
3. Meet with your WSU admission counselor
Find out when he or she will be visiting your area for an information session and plan to attend. Ask questions! Your regional admission counselor is one of your best sources of information on preparing for college applying to WSU. Contact your WSU enrollment counselor.
4. Apply early
Apply online by the priority application date (paper applications available on request). The priority date for fall semester is January 31.
The standard application fee is $50. Students facing difficult financial circumstances in which the application fee would be a hardship can request a fee waiver online or send in this copy with their paper application.
5. Write your personal statement
Submit it with your application. The statement isn't required, but a good personal statement may improve your admission chances. You can write and submit your statement online.
6. Provide transcripts and test scores.
Have your high school send your official transcripts and have the testing agency send your SAT or ACT scores directly to the WSU Office of Admissions.
The Washington State University school code for the SAT is 4705.
Send materials to:
Washington State University
Office of Admissions
PO Box 641067
Pullman, WA 99164-1067
7. Apply for scholarships
Completing the WSU scholarship application allows you to be considered for hundreds of possible awards. WSU awards several million dollars in scholarships every year based on academic merit, financial need, or a combination of both. Apply by the January 31 deadline.
For other scholarship opportunities beyond those offered by WSU, consult your school counseling office, library, local clubs and organizations, or the Internet. A good website is www.fastweb.com.
8. Apply for financial aid
To apply for financial aid, complete and submit the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) after January (and preferably before mid-March).
To have your FAFSA automatically sent to WSU, enter Washington State University's Federal School Code (003800) in the form.
9. Continue to get top grades
Admission to Washington State University is based on a combination of your high school GPA, your SAT or ACT score, your personal statement (if submitted), and your GPA in previous college courses (if any).
10. If you are offered admission to WSU:
- Reserve your space by paying your $200 tuition deposit by May 1.
- Explore on-campus housing. All new freshmen at WSU Pullman must live on campus their first year.
- Register for a summer orientation program. You'll need to attend orientation to register for classes. You'll also find out more about the University, meet students and professors, get acclimated to campus before school starts, and get your questions answered.
