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Western Washington University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores

Western Washington University admits about 93.3% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1150–1390 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 23–31 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.

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Acceptance rate 93.3%
SAT range 1150-1390
Net price $19,963
Graduation rate 60.8%

Western Washington University At a Glance

LocationBellingham, Washington
TypePublic
Undergraduate Enrollment13,544
Acceptance Rate93.3%
SAT Range (Reading & Writing)590-710
SAT Range (Math)560-680
SAT Range (Combined, approx.)1150-1390
Average SAT (Combined)1289
ACT Range24-31
Average Net Price$19,963/yr
Tuition (In-State)$9,924/yr
Tuition (Out-of-State)$29,091/yr
4-Year Graduation Rate60.8%
Full-Time Retention Rate79.4%
Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry$64,305
Median Debt at Completion$16,500

How Western Washington University Compares

Western Washington University is more selective than about 13% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.

With about 13,544 students, it is larger than about 41% of the 265 schools in this list.

Similar Colleges

Washington State University Pullman, WA — 87% acceptance University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA — 39% acceptance California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson, CA — 93% acceptance Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania Bloomsburg, PA — 93% acceptance California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA — 93% acceptance University of Kansas Lawrence, KS — 93% acceptance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Western Washington University's acceptance rate?

Western Washington University's acceptance rate is about 93.3%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What SAT score do you need for Western Washington University?

Admitted students at Western Washington University typically report a combined SAT score between 1150 and 1390 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).

Does Western Washington University require the SAT?

Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Western Washington University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.

What is the average cost of Western Washington University?

The average net price reported for Western Washington University is $19,963 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect the most recent data available via the College Scorecard API — see also Western Washington University's official site.