Apply to WSU
Are you ready to join our Coug family? Although everyone has a different academic journey, we know you’ll have a rewarding and fulfilling one at WSU Pullman. Now is the time to take that first step and begin your journey with us. We’re pleased to connect you with an admissions counselor who is eager to answer all your questions.
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Application Process by Student Type
Everyone has a different and unique educational journey ahead. Get your application process started by selecting the student type that most closely applies to you.

First-Year Student
You’re a first-year student if you’re applying to WSU for the academic year immediately following high school or haven’t attended college since your high school graduation. First-year students, you can add WSU to your Common App.

Transfer Student

Graduate Student

International Student
Non Degree
You’re a non-degree student if you don’t intend to complete a degree at WSU and are taking coursework for personal enrichment, to transfer to another college, or for a teaching endorsement.
Post-Bachelor’s
You’re a post-bachelor’s degree student if you have already earned a bachelor’s degree from a school other than WSU.
Returning Student
You’re a returning student if you previously enrolled at WSU as an undergraduate degree-seeking student at any WSU campus and have been away for more than one semester, excluding the summer semester.
Important Undergraduate Dates
Aug 1
- Applications Open
Jan 31
- FAFSA and WASFA filing priority date
- WSU General Scholarship Application deadline
- Top Scholars consideration priority date
Mar 31
- Admission application priority date
May 31
- Confirmation priority deadline