Washington State University is moderately difficult to get into. Around 84% of applicants get into Washington State University each year. Out of 17,233 applications received in 2023, 14,428 students were offered admission.
If you are thinking about applying to Washington State University, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 1/31 and the application fee is $50.
Students who submit their applications to Washington State University for fall semester should hear back from Washington State University by November 1.
The following is an overiew of some of Washington State University's admissions stats.
Washington State University 2023 | Admissions Statistics |
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Mean Unweighted GPA | 3.5 |
Admissions Test Policy | Not optional |
Waitlist | Yes |
These are the application deadlines for Washington State University.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
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Early Decision I | No | – | – |
Early Decision II | – | – | – |
Early Action | No | – | – |
Regular Decision | Yes | 1 31 | November 1 |
Washington State University does not offer early decision or early action.
➡️ Explore a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.
Washington State University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.
Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you shine.
Wondering what factors are considered by Washington State University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.
Admissions Factor | Level |
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Academic GPA | Very Important |
Rigor of Secondary School Record | Very Important |
Character/Personal Qualities | Considered |
Application Essay | Considered |
Extracurricular Activities | Considered |
Talent/Ability | Considered |
Volunteer Work | Considered |
Work Experience | Considered |
Make sure to check with Washington State University for more information on admission factors.
To apply to Washington State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Washington State University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
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Written Essay or Personal Statement | – | √ | – | – |
Transcript(S) of College Record | – | – | – | – |
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) | 2.0 | – | – | |
Transcript of High School Record | √ | – | – | – |
Students admitted to Washington State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.
About GPAs
Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.
An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.
Washington State University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.
For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Washington State University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.
Transfer students can enroll in Washington State University during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Winter Term
• Spring Term
• Winter Term
• Summer Term
Can I defer my acceptance to Washington State University?
❌ Students who are admitted to Washington State University must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.
Does Washington State University accept transfer credits?
✅ Washington State University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Washington State University accepts:
• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES
Does Washington State University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
✅ Washington State University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to Washington State University?
✅ Washington State University is not test optional.
What is Washington State University's acceptance rate?
✅ The acceptance rate for Washington State University is 84%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at Washington State University?
❌ Washington State University does not offer early decision.
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Admission Difficulty
How hard is it to get into WSU? WSU is a somewhat selective institution. The WSU acceptance rate is 84%. This means that the institution accepts 83 out of every 100 applicants.
First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to WSU is Jan 31.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to WSU is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
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Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
At WSU, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.5. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.
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