Academics
Why WSU?
I love the energy here, the family vibe, the school spirit. Some schools are all about competition, but at WSU everyone just wants to help you succeed. There are so many scholarships and opportunities, and the faculty and professors really care about your education.
Felicia Adesope, Pullman, Washington, Accounting and Management Information Systems, Class of 2024
At Washington State University, you will be mentored by nationally recognized professors, motivated by high-achieving peers, and supported by Cougs around the world. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we believe you deserve an affordable world-class education.
- An equitable and supportive learning environment designed to help you thrive.
- More than 4,100 faculty members statewide with a 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
- Top-ranked academic programs and cutting-edge facilities.
- Support resources to boost academic success.
A “best value” university
WSU was selected by The Princeton Review as one of the “Best Value Colleges” for 2024. The selection is based on return on investment for graduates due to WSU’s academics, affordability, and career preparation.
A First Scholars Institution
WSU was nationally recognized as a FirstGen Forward institution, just one of 80 higher education institutions with that designation, as well as being named a First Scholars institution in 2021. We are dedicated to serving the nearly 10,000 first-generation students at WSU.
A Tier 1 research university
Among just 146 U.S. colleges and universities that qualify for the Carnegie Foundation’s “very high research activity” classification. (2021) A top producer of Fulbright U.S. Scholars. (The Chronicle of Higher Education) Six faculty most-cited in the world. (Clarivate 2024)
Undergraduate Education
Explore more than 200 academic fields, ranging from animal sciences and athletic training to political science and water resource engineering. Many academic programs have achieved noteworthy recognition.
Graduate Education
Collaborate with world-renowned faculty to advance your knowledge while also getting involved in research projects that address some of the world’s critical issues. Most of our grad students have teaching, research, or graduate assistantships or internships that provide a stipend or grant.
Find your WSU
WSU Pullman
Our oldest and largest campus, WSU Pullman offers a classic college-town experience with more than 200 undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, NCAA Division I sports, leading research programs, and state-of-the-art facilities.
- Students: 17,050 (Fall 2023)
- Location: 75 miles south of Spokane, among the rolling hills of southeastern Washington known as the Palouse.
- Tone: a classic college-town experience.
WSU Spokane
Home to the health sciences, WSU Spokane focuses on preparing the state’s future generations of physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other health professionals. Located in downtown Spokane, the 48-acre campus also offers graduate programs in education and credential programs for K-12 educators.
- Students: 1,281 (Fall 2023)
- Location: downtown Spokane, Washington’s second-largest city, just across the Spokane River from Gonzaga University.
- Tone: home to the health sciences.
WSU Tri-Cities
WSU Tri-Cities delivers career-connected learning and innovative research that addresses economic and social challenges with an emphasis on energy, the environment, and agriculture. The campus is home to the Ste. Michelle Wine Estates WSU Wine Science Center and the Bioproducts, Sciences, and Engineering Laboratory.
- Students: 1,441 (Fall 2023)
- Location: 200 acres along the banks of the Columbia River in Richland, Washington.
- Tone: career-connected learning.
WSU Vancouver
WSU Vancouver is the only four-year research university in southwest Washington and offers 35 affordable, high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs, accessible faculty, and hands-on research opportunities.
- Students: 2,756 (Fall 2023)
- Location: 351 scenic acres in the Portland, OR/Vancouver, WA metropolitan area.
- Tone: big-school resources, small-school environment.
WSU Everett
Located about 30 miles north of Seattle, WSU Everett offers junior- and senior-level courses in high-demand bachelor’s degree programs designed to prepare students to compete globally, including data analytics, engineering, hospitality business management, and integrated strategic communication.
- Students: 212 (Fall 2023)
- Location: about 30 miles north of Seattle, along the downtown Everett waterfront.
- Tone: Real-world experience, small class sizes.
WSU Global Campus
WSU Global Campus serves more than 4,000 students worldwide through 100% online, 100% WSU undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, as well as a range of non-credit continuing education programs.
- Students: 3,750 (Fall 2023)
- Location: online everywhere.
- Tone: 100% online, 100% WSU.
Student Success
At WSU, we believe every student deserves an equitable education and to feel supported in their academic and personal journeys.
We offer academic support programs to help you successfully navigate your educational journey, including advising, peer tutoring, and academic success coaching.
We’re here for you
Nationally acclaimed writing program
This program supports, tutors, and assesses students’ writing to help them communicate effectively—a skill essential to success in the professional world.
Academic Success and Career Center
We offer academic support programs to help you successfully navigate your educational journey, including advising, peer tutoring, and academic success coaching.
Summer research opportunities
Students can spend the summer on the WSU Pullman campus conducting research in a wide variety of fields alongside award-winning professors. The summer concludes with a symposium showcasing student efforts.
Common Reading program
Each year, the university chooses a single book to be read by all first-year students, which creates a common academic ground and dialogue as students begin their WSU experience. Related programming helps students realize the scope and innovative quality of the university’s world-class research.
Honors College
One of the oldest honors programs in the country, the WSU Pullman Honors College curriculum offers an integrated and flexible curriculum that emphasizes preparation and understanding of research within all fields, development of transferable skills, and global awareness. The curriculum satisfies general education requirements, so it works well with all areas of study.
Study abroad
You’ll discover hundreds of opportunities to study abroad on all seven continents. Yes, even Antarctica.
Experience new places and culture, broaden your global perspective, and build intercultural communication all while earning credits toward your degree.
Career Support
Our experts and resources are here to help you reach your full potential and succeed in your chosen career.
We offer:
- Specially trained career coaches to advise you.
- Our student job board, Handshake, so you can explore internships and find campus jobs.
- Focus 2 Career Assessment, a free decision-making model to help you select a major or explore occupations.
- Interview preparation, resume and cover letter reviews, and job offer negotiation support.
- Virtual and in-person career expos and workshops.
- Mentorship pairing and networking support.