Tuition & Costs

Your Future Is Worth the Investment

We’ve broken the costs down for helpful reference, but keep in mind that most families will pay less and only 31% of students pay full tuition. Once you subtract grants, scholarships, and waivers, your actual cost may look quite a bit different.

83% students received financial aid in 2023-24

The cost to attend WSU can be daunting, but there are ways to find money for college. We’ll help you take a few steps and be on your way to becoming a Coug.

$177.8 Million undergraduate gift aid in 2023-24
700+ scholarship programs

2026-2027 Estimated Undergraduate Yearly Costs for WSU Pullman

Below you will find a quick snapshot of how much a typical undergraduate pays to attend WSU Pullman. The figures are presented for the 2026-27 academic year and tuition is based on 10-18 credits per semester. 

Not applicableResident (WA)Non-resident (out-of-state)
Total Cost$38,700$56,348

Installment Payment Plans

Cougs may choose a short-term installment plan as a convenient payment option that divides the costs of higher education into equal monthly portions. Paying in installments over a span of time can be far more manageable than issuing large lump-sum payments. All payment plans are interest-free.