Washington State University: Review & Facts

Overall Rating:Overall Ranking - Very GoodQuality:Education Quality Rating - OustandingSafety:Capmus Safety Rating - Very BadCosts:Tuition & Fees Cost Rating - Below Average

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Washington State University is a large four-year, public school with 27,540 students enrolled. This school was founded in 1890 and is the only school located in Pullman, Washington.

Academic Offerings

At Washington State University you can earn your bachelor's degree, postbaccalaureate certificate, master's degree, postmaster certificate, or doctoral degree.

Majors
Offered
191
Washington State University implements a semester-based curriculum calendar system and provides 191 majors. The most popular concentrations are Management, Engineering, Business, Psychology, and Education. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is important to know student retention and graduation rates when you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are typically a good sign. Nevertheless, if you wish to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

Washington State University student retention rate is high at 81% (well above Washington average). Taking this statistic into consideration, it seems that students enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention
81%
Good
The graduation rate at Washington State University is average: 60%.

Student to faculty ratio at Washington State University is pretty decent -- 15:1. Learn more about instructors at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition prices are very high, about $26,400 per year. The additional fees at Washington State University beyond tuition are approximately $2,000, which comes to a total of $28,400 per year.

Read the details about Washington State University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate
83%
Easy
As reported in recent government data, 19,401 applications were submitted and 16,123 were accepted, so it is easy to be accepted at this school.

This college might accept your dual credits, credits for life experience, and advanced placement credits at entry.

Learn more about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Washington State University in the Admissions and Tests report for this college.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price
$7,900
High
Washington State University provides a distance learning option and study abroad programs.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Washington State University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade
F
Unsafe
Washington State University provides on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates around 6,800 students, which provides a reasonable on-campus housing opportunity. The room price is a bit high -- nearly $7,900 per year.

Army, Navy, and Air Force ROTC programs are available at Washington State University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available
Yes
It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have received a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime data, Washington State University appears to be a very dangerous school. The college has been investigated by the government for possible crime reporting violations. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Washington State University Location and Address

Postal Address:
Washington State University
French Administration Building
Pullman, Washington
99164-5910, USA
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