Information on Washington State

There are thousands of colleges and universities from which to choose.  So the search for a college can be hard and strenuous.  Location, academics, cost, athletics, and the student dynamics are all factors in choosing a perfect match for a student.  In order to aid in the search, a brief overview on Washington State University has been provided. 

Washington State University was founded in 1890 and is located in Pullman, Washington, although there are also several regional locations throughout the state.   Pullman is located 78 miles south of Spokane and 280 miles east of Seattle.  The University of Idaho in Moscow is just 8 miles away and often these two schools join efforts.  Also, a student need not go far for great outdoor recreational activities such as biking, hiking, camping, skiing, fishing, boating, rafting and much more.

The university's total enrollment (including all locations) for undergraduates is under 22,000. In fact, half of the residents in the town of Pullman are students.  Freshman under the age of 20 are required to live on campus.  Students with children or graduate students may apply to live in apartments owned by the university.

Washington State University has a student-faculty ratio of 15:1.  Some of the classes have less than 20 students.  The university is known as a research college and many scholars at the school conduct research aimed at improving our food supply, overcoming disease, and developing clean technologies.  Although there are several majors to choose from at WSU, the most popular majors are Business, Management, Marketing, Communication, Journalism, Health Professions, and Engineering.  If you aren't interested in one of those majors, undergraduates can choose from over 200 fields of study, and there are 64 Master's and 44 Doctoral programs. 

Tuition and fees are $10,799 for in-state and $22,077 for out-of-state (2011-2012).  Room and Board costs $9,662 (2011-2012). However, at WSU over half of the full-time undergraduates receive some kind of financial aid with the average scholarship or grant being $9,011.  

Student services are offered at Washington State University including non-remedial tutoring, day care, health services, health insurance, a women's center, and placement services.   Safety and Security services such as late-night escort service, 24-hour emergency telephones and foot/vehicle patrols, lighted walkways, and controlled dormitory access (security cards, keys, etc.). Only 21 percent of students have cars on campus as parking is limited.  However, there are a variety of transportation options in order to get around.

Washington State University is part of the NCAA I athletic conference and a member of the Pacific-12 Conference.   They are the Cougars and university's colors are crimson and gray.  Varsity men's athletics include basketball, baseball, football, golf, cross country, and track and field.  Women's athletics include basketball, golf, rowing, soccer, swimming, volleyball, cross country, tennis, and track and field.

Often referred to as having the feel of a small community with a large school advantage, Washington State University definitely has a lot to offer.  From international students to students online, in-state or out-of-state, there is a program fit for almost every student.    Washington State University just might be the match for you or your student!

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