Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
85.36%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Washington State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 85.36%. This means approximately 854 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 21,583 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
85.36%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $12,997 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $29,073 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $27,176 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $14,401 | State avg: $17,377. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 25.59% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 30.83% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Washington State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$29,073
Room and board
$13,131
Books and supplies
$762
Other expenses
$3,642
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$27,176
Average net price
$14,401
Average aid coverage
47%
$12,775 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Washington State University pays approximately $14,401 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Washington average of $17,377 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Washington State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Washington and national averages.
Washington State University net price
$14,401
Washington average
$17,377
National average
$17,506
Washington State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $29,073 and average net price at $14,401. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$29,073
Current net price
$14,401
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
61.64%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$68,905
Undergraduates
21,583
10-Year Median Earnings - Washington State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Washington State University graduates earn about 1.6x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Washington State University?
Undergraduates
21,583
Completion rate
61.64%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
25.59%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
30.83%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 25.59% of Washington State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 30.83% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Washington State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Washington State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Washington State University lists Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Washington State University is listed at French Administration Building, Pullman, WA 99164-5910. Accreditor: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Compare Schools
Compare Washington State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington State University | 85.36% | $29,073 | $14,401 | $68,905 |
| Golden Gate University-Seattle | Not available | Not available | Not available | $87,434 |
| DigiPen Institute of Technology | 68.02% | $37,400 | $42,033 | $79,878 |
| Gonzaga University | 75.96% | $53,500 | $36,371 | $78,892 |
| University of Washington-Bothell Campus | 91.77% | $41,913 | $10,898 | $78,466 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington State University's acceptance rate?
Washington State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 85.36%.
How much is Washington State University tuition?
Washington State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $29,073.
What is Washington State University's average net price?
Washington State University's average net price in the local dataset is $14,401.
What is Washington State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $68,905 for Washington State University.
Is Washington State University accredited?
Washington State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
How many students attend Washington State University?
The local dataset lists 21,583 undergraduate students at Washington State University.
What percentage of Washington State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Washington State University in the local dataset is 25.59%.
What is the federal loan rate at Washington State University?
The federal loan rate for Washington State University in the local dataset is 30.83%.
Where should I verify Washington State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Washington State University or the latest official federal education data.