With 15,000 students, including 1,500 international students, 160 academic programs, and an energized campus community, Western Washington University offers the focus on students and the faculty access of a smaller college and the academic choice, resources, multicultural diversity, and room to grow of a large university. Western is located in Bellingham, Washington, a safe, clean city where community and adventure meet, right in between of Seattle and Vancouver.
Founded in 1893, Western Washington University has been enrolling international students yearly, offering over 200 students clubs, small classes and a great atmosphere.
At a glance
- Founded in 1893
- International students: 1500+
- Countries represented: 39+
- Bachelor Degrees: 160+
- Master’s/PHD Degrees: 30+
Rankings and recognition
- #2 Public School Regional Universities West by the U.S New & World Report
- 19:1 student to faculty ratio
- Too 10 for Grads who go onto research doctorates
- 96% of undergraduates were in employment or further study within six months of graduating
- Over 200 student clubs
- Located right in between Seattle and Vancouver
- Over 160 academic programs
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Costs and exam codes
- Undergraduate tuition: $22,000 to $23,000 per year
- Graduate tuition: $21,000 to $22,000
- Average housing cost: $11,000 per year
| Exam | Institution code |
|---|---|
| SAT | 4947 |
| GMAT | DIRECT |
| ACT | 4490 |
| IELTS | DIRECT |
| GRE | 4947 |
| TOEFL | 4947 |
English proficiency requirements
Undergraduate Pathway
- TOEFL iBT 60+
- IELTS 5.5+
- PEARSON 1+
Undergraduate Direct
- TOEFL iBT 80+
- IELTS 6.5+
- PEARSON 1+
Graduate Pathway
- TOEFL iBT 60+
- IELTS 5.5+
- PEARSON 1+
Graduate Direct
- TOEFL iBT 86+
- IELTS 7+
- PEARSON 1+
Academic requirements
Graduate Pathway
- 2.0 GPA out of 4.0
- GMAT 1+
- GRE 1+
Graduate Direct
- 3.0 GPA out of 4.0
- GMAT 1+
- GRE 1+
Undergraduate Pathway
- 2.0 GPA out of 4.0
- SAT 1+
- ACT 1+
Undergraduate Direct
- 2.5 GPA out of 4.0
- SAT 1+
- ACT 1+
Programs
Bachelors (94)
- Design
- Industrial Design
- Student Faculty Design
- American Studies
- Anthropology
- Anthropology Social Studies
- Applied Mathematics
- Arabic
- Archaeology & History
- Behavioral Neuroscience
- Biochemistry
- Biological Anthropology
- Biology & Biological Sciences
- Biology & Mathematics
- Canadian American Studies
- Chinese Language & Culture
- Earth Sciences
- East Asian Studies
- Economics
- English
- Environmental Science
- Environmental Science and Policy
- Environmental Studies
- Environmental Studies Journalism
- French
- Geography
- Geography Social Studies
- Geology
- Geophysics
- German
- History
- History Social Studies
- Humanities & Cultural Studies
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Japanese
- Language, Literature & Cultures
- Linguistics
- Mathematics
- Mathematics & Computer Science
- Mathematics & Economics
- Multidisciplinary Studies
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Physics & Astronomy
- Political Science
- Political Science & Social Studies
- Politics, Philosophy, Economics
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Sociology Social Studies
- Spanish
- Statistics
- Accounting
- Business & Sustainability
- Business Administration
- Economics & Accounting
- Economics & Finance
- Economics Environmental Studies
- Economics Political Science
- Economics Social Studies
- Energy Policy & Management
- Manufacturing & Supply Chain Management
- Communication
- Journalism
- Early Childhood Education
- Elementary Education
- Environmental Education
- Physical Activity & Health
- Science Education
- Secondary Education
- Special Education
- Computer & Information Systems Security
- Computer Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering Technology
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Plastics & Composites Engineering
- Communication Disorders
- Community Health
- Recreation
- Nursing
- Urban Planning & Sustainable Development
- Exceptionality & Disability
- Human Services
- Kinesiology
- Art History
- Dance
- Music
- Music Composition
- Music Education
- Music History
- Music Performance
- Studio Art
- Theatre
Masters (22)
- Anthropology
- Biology & Biological Science
- Chemistry
- Creative Writing
- English
- Environmental Science
- Environmental Studies
- Geology
- History
- Language & Literacy
- Mathematics
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Experimental Psychology
- Accountancy
- MBA Business Administration
- Adult Education
- Environmental Education
- School Counseling
- Speech Language Pathology & Audiology
- Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
- Kinesiology
- Music