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Western Washington University

Bellingham, WA·Public·~93% acceptance

Western Washington University is a public university based in Bellingham, WA. Admissions are accessible, with about 93% of applicants accepted. Students pay an average net price of about $21,193 per year after financial aid. About 65% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $62,569 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$21,193/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $30,359
Aid cuts ~$9,166/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
EA
RD
Jan 31

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Admissions
GPA range3.26–3.76
SAT (middle 50%)1150–1390
ACT (middle 50%)24–31
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
65%
graduation rate
79%
freshman retention
$45,272
median earnings, 6yr
$62,569
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Western Washington University's acceptance rate?
Western Washington University admits about 93% of applicants.
How much does Western Washington University cost?
At Western Washington University, the average net price after aid is about $21,193 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $30,359 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Western Washington University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1150–1390 on the SAT and 24–31 on the ACT.
What are Western Washington University's application deadlines?
Western Washington University's deadline is Regular Decision around Jan 31. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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