We Want You at WSU
At Washington State University, we forge lifelong friendships, build bridges across cultures and produce life-changing research. With six campuses across the state known for unique areas of study and access to industry, we are confident that no matter your background, we have a path that suits you. Find your personal admission counselor today at rep.wsu.edu.
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Academics
At WSU Pullman, you can do anything. Explore academic offerings across 95 majors, 86 minors, and more than 100 in-major specializations.
Honors College
If you’re a high-achieving student who likes to take on a challenge, you could be a candidate for our Honors College. Offering smaller, discussion-based classes with a global focus, Honors College students grow to serve their community and the world through their studies at WSU. You can major in any field and still graduate in four years.
Study Abroad
Have you dreamed about visiting all the continents around the world? Join the ranks of WSU students who have taken part in over 500 study abroad opportunities across all 7 continents, providing amazing adventures, cultural immersion and academic credit.
Undergraduate Research
As a Tier 1 research university, WSU faculty and students spearhead groundbreaking research. You can also be a contributor to this work. Study links between bats and viruses, develop sustainable biofuel from tree branches, or create innovative products like the Cosmic Crisp® apple.
Our faculty-mentored research experiences are available to students in all majors—not just sciences. There are opportunities year-round, at every level and interest. How will you change the world?
Professional Degrees
Do you have dreams of improving lives in the medical field, being the CEO of a Fortune 500 company or saving kittens? WSU has professional degrees that can get you there, no matter your passion. These programs are specially designed to prepare students to work in a particular field, such as pharmacy or veterinary medicine.
Committed to Giving Back
On average, nearly half of undergraduates donate over 85,000 community service hours each year.
So many things are amazing at WSU. I like the atmosphere. Everyone is kind and open and welcoming, and the professors want to help you the best they can. Pullman is much more open and relaxed than other schools.
Campus Living
Studies show that living on campus improves student success. That’s why we require all first-year Pullman students to live on campus for one year.
You have your choice of living options to fit your lifestyle.
Our 13 residence halls range from gender-inclusive to coed, rooms with private bathrooms, and single or double occupancy rooms, just to name a few. And you can walk from your residence hall to nearly any class, activity or event in minutes.
WSU also offers nine apartment buildings with one, two or three-bedroom apartments, as well as family or graduate student buildings.
Just like our residence halls, WSU apartments are within walking or biking distance to classrooms across campus. In addition, all students receive free public transportation with complimentary Coug bikes and Pullman Transit serving both on- and off-campus routes.
A Community for Everyone
At WSU Pullman, every Coug experience is unique. From identity-based clubs and multicultural groups to faith-based organizations and academic clubs, we support students from all backgrounds with more than 300 organizations.
24% of students participate in Greek life
WSU’s Greek system is made up of 60+ Greek letter organizations with nearly 5,500 members. Ranging from men’s and women’s social chapters to professional and multicultural organizations, our students come together to celebrate culture and support our campus community. Learn more about going Greek at gogreek.wsu.edu.
Living in Pullman
Pullman offers a mix of on- and off-campus activities, including free movies at the CUB, a strong music scene and Pac-12 athletics, plus a charming sense of small-town friendliness. Dine at a locally owned pub or a restaurant with classically trained chefs and menus filled with local delicacies.
Getting to Pullman
Located in the hills of Eastern Washington, Pullman is easier to access than you may think:
- 5-hour drive from Seattle
- 1-hour flight from Seattle to the Pullman-Moscow Airport
- 1-hour flight from Portland to Spokane
August 84° October 60°
January 37° April 57°
Financial Aid and Scholarships
At WSU, we believe cost should never prevent a student from attending our University. During the 2020-21 school year, WSU offered more than $179.7 million in scholarships, grants, awards and waivers to undergraduate students. With hundreds of scholarships available from both WSU and other organizations across the country, becoming a Coug is closer than you think.
Washington residents:
- Distinguished University Achievement Award – Awarded to Washington resident students with an unweighted minimum 3.8 high school GPA – $4,000 per year for two years.
- University Achievement Award – Awarded to Washington residents with an unweighted minimum 3.6 high school GPA – $2,000 per year for two years.
- Cougar Commitment – WSU has committed to covering tuition and mandatory fees for most Washington residents who could not otherwise afford to attend. To see if you may be eligible for this award visit financialaid.wsu.edu/cougar-commitment.
- Regents Scholars program – High schools in Washington are invited to nominate two of their top students for this scholarship program. Talk to your high school counselor or see the Regents Scholars website for information on eligibility and nominations. admission.wsu.edu/regents-scholarship
- Crimson Transfer Award – Awarded to WSU Pullman transfer students meeting the transferable credit requirements with a minimum transfer GPA of 3.2 – $2,000 per year for up to three years.
Non-residents
- Cougar Award – Awarded to out-of-state freshmen with a minimum 3.0 unweighted high school GPA – $7,000 per year, renewable for an additional three years.
- Western Undergraduate Exchange/Distinguished Cougar Award – Western Undergraduate Exchange/Distinguished Cougar Award – Awarded to out-of-state freshmen with a minimum 3.4 unweighted high school GPA – $11,000 per year, renewable for up to an additional three years.
- Transfer Western Undergraduate Exchange (AKA Cougar Award for Transfers) – Awarded to an out-of-state transfer student meeting the transferable credit requirements with a minimum transfer GPA of 3.0 and qualifying transfer credits – $11,000 per year for up to four years.
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ESTIMATED YEARLY COSTS*
(two semesters)
| WA Resident | Non-WA Resident | WUE Recipient | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees: | $12,701 | $28,385 | $17,385 |
| Housing & Dining: | $12,396 | $12,396 | $12,396 |
| Books: | $960 | $960 | $960 |
| Total: | $26,057 | $41,741 | $30,741 |
It was really easy to make friends at WSU, and other students, faculty, and staff are all watching you grow during your time here. All the things I’ve been involved with and all the work I’ve done doesn’t go unrecognized. I’ve learned a lot about myself being so far away from home.