WSU faculty inspire discovery and spark creativity among civic-minded students. Proud alumni become leaders with a singular goal: making the world a better place.
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4.5 out of 5 (12 ratings / 6 reviews) Pullman, Washington, United States
Top reasons to study here
- Honoring its land-grant mission, WSU helps strengthen communities across Washington.
- Each year thousands of WSU students serve their communities as volunteers, leaders in student organizations, peer tutors, and powerful role models.
- University activities boost the state’s economy by $3.7 billion annually. Plus, WSU scholars create jobs when they bring their innovations to market.
Bachelor's programmes
Social Sciences (20)
- Bachelor American Indian Studies
- Bachelor Anthropology
- Bachelor Asian Studies
- Bachelor Comparative Ethnic Studies
- Bachelor Criminal Justice and Criminology
- Bachelor Cultural Studies
- Bachelor Economics
- Bachelor Gerontology
- Bachelor Global Studies
- Bachelor Human Development
- Bachelor Humanities - General Studies
- Bachelor Political Science
- B.Sc. Psychology
- Bachelor Social Sciences
- Bachelor Social Studies Teaching
- Bachelor Sociology
- Bachelor Strategic Communication
- Bachelor Women's Studies
Business & Management (19)
- Bachelor Accounting
- Bachelor Accounting
- Bachelor Business
- Bachelor Business Administration
- Bachelor Construction Management
- Major Entrepreneurship
- Bachelor Field Crop Management
- Bachelor Finance
- Major International Business
- Bachelor Management
- Bachelor Management Information Systems
- Bachelor Marketing
- Bachelor Wine Business Management
Agriculture & Forestry (15)
- Bachelor Agricultural Education
- Bachelor Agriculture and Food Security
- Major Animal Sciences
- Bachelor Field Crop Management
- Bachelor Forestry
- Bachelor Organic Agriculture
- Bachelor Organic Agriculture Systems
- Bachelor Winemaking (Viticulture and Enology)
- Bachelor Zoology
Engineering & Technology (13)
- Bachelor Bioengineering
- Bachelor Chemical Engineering
- Bachelor Civil Engineering
- Bachelor Computer Engineering
- Bachelor Construction Engineering
- Bachelor Construction Management
- Bachelor Electrical Engineering
- Bachelor Engineering
- Bachelor Genetics and Cell Biology
- Bachelor Materials Science and Engineering
- Bachelor Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor Software Engineering
Humanities (12)
- Bachelor Asian Studies
- Bachelor Chinese
- Bachelor English
- Bachelor French
- Bachelor Global Studies
- Bachelor History
- Bachelor Humanities - General Studies
- Bachelor Linguistics
- Bachelor Philosophy
- Bachelor Professional Writing
- Bachelor Spanish
Arts, Design & Architecture (11)
- Major Architectural Studies
- Major Art
- Bachelor Art History
- Bachelor Film Studies
- Bachelor Fine Arts
- Bachelor Interior Design
- Major Landscape Architecture
- Bachelor Music
- Bachelor Music Education
- Bachelor Music Performance
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (11)
- Major Biochemistry
- Major Biology
- Bachelor Chemistry
- Bachelor Genetics and Cell Biology
- Bachelor Mathematics
- Major Microbiology
- Bachelor Molecular Biology
- Bachelor Neuroscience
- Bachelor Physics
Medicine & Health (7)
- Bachelor Agriculture and Food Security
- Bachelor Basic Medical Sciences
- Bachelor Gerontology
- Bachelor Nursing
- Bachelor Nutrition and Exercise Physiology
- Bachelor Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor Pre-Medicine
Applied Sciences & Professions (6)
- Bachelor Agriculture and Food Security
- Major Food Science
- Bachelor Social Studies Teaching
- Bachelor Wine Business Management
Computer Science & IT (4)
- Bachelor Computer Engineering
- Bachelor Computer Science
- Bachelor Management Information Systems
- Bachelor Software Engineering
Education & Training (4)
- Bachelor Agricultural Education
- Bachelor Elementary Education
- Bachelor Music Education
- Bachelor Social Studies Teaching
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (4)
- Bachelor Athletic Training
- Bachelor Sports Management
- Bachelor Sports Science
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (2)
Journalism & Media (2)
- Bachelor Journalism and Media Production
Law (1)
- Bachelor Criminal Justice and Criminology
About
History
Since 1890, Washington State University has inspired the next generation of problem solvers.
Education
WSU is one of just 115 U.S. colleges and universities—out of 4,600+ public and private institutions—named among doctoral universities with the “highest research activity” in the Carnegie Classification (2016).
Research
Washington State University researchers untangle complex problems to enrich quality of life for us all. Their work safeguards the health of humans and animals. It helps ensure the security and abundance of our food supply. It cultivates sustainable sources of energy to power future generations. Discoveries and innovations of this Tier 1 research institution fuel prosperity across the Pacific Northwest.
Career
Explore a wide-variety of structured services that aid student success. These include academic advising, peer tutoring, and academic success coaching.
We serve current students, alumni, and employers in the exploration and pursuit of a fulfilling employment partnership.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
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2018
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2017
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World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2018
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2017
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2016
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ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2019
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2018
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2017
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QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
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2018
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2017
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Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
We’re here for you! We want you to succeed and meet your higher education goals. Global Campus provides a wide variety of student support services to help you along the way.
WSU Global Campus offers free career counseling to all students, including those who have yet to apply to WSU. Whether you are interested in exploring career paths, or already have a career in mind and just want to learn how to get there, our dedicated career counselor is there to help.
Housing services
Resident hall programs and events are excellent experiences. Hall staff and Student Hall Governments host a variety of programs such as floor dinners, movie/game nights, open mic nights, dances, sports, personal skill development, social justice awareness, and presentations from faculty. Programming through residence halls connects students to their community and to WSU.
Library services
With more than 2 million books, 30,000 journal subscriptions, electronic databases, 46,000 maps, internationally renowned special collections, and other rich resources, the Washington State University Libraries bring extraordinary vitality to the University's teaching and research programs.
ICT services
Crimson Service Desk Helps Students Succeed. Student laptop rentals, assistance with virus removal, and more.
Medical services
The student health fee supports the operation of Cougar Health Services and enables us to offer a comprehensive suite of services in one convenient on-campus location. Make sure you understand which of our services are covered by the health fee. The health fee is not an insurance plan.
We administer insurance for international students and graduate and professional students in health sciences.
Student Life
Campus life
Regardless if Cougs are living in a residence hall, chapter housing, on-campus apartments or off campus entirely, WSU Student Affairs provides the support and resources needed to have a safe and comfortable home away from home. We recognize the importance of an active support network and aim to provide all students with a campus experience that meets their needs.
Sports facilities
Sport clubs run by students give you even more opportunities to compete. One of the nation’s largest intramural programs! Join more than 6,000 participants in 75+ activities. No experience or skill needed. Just play.
Cheer on the Cougs in 11 sports: football, basketball, baseball, soccer, track and field, golf, volleyball, swimming, cross country, rowing, and tennis.
Work out in the award-winning University Recreation Center. Personal trainers can help you start an exercise program and stay on track.
Student clubs
There are more than 300 registered student organizations (RSOs) at WSU, including international student associations. Whatever your interest is, there is a student club on campus for it. International and domestic students alike are welcome in all organizations.
Accreditation
Higher education institutions are accredited by a regional authority. WSU is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).
The Global Study Awards
Together with the ISIC Association and British Council IELTS, Studyportals offers you the chance to receive up to £10000 to expand your horizon and study abroad. We want to ultimately encourage you to study abroad in order to experience and explore new countries, cultures and languages.
Student Reviews
we'll always find a way back home
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
WSU has transformed me into a social, happy, life-loving student, friend, and member of the community. It has changed my outlook on life- I have been immersed in so many opportunities, such a diverse population, and a feeling of family that I wound't change for anything. I joined a greek chapter, which has provided many fun times and great memories, as well as important...
Forever Coug
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
I am currently a junior at WSU, and I absolutely love it. This campus and the people here are truly something special. They have changed me personally into a more social, content and adventurous person than I even thought I could be. I am a member of the greek system, in which I have gained forever friendships and memories, as well as an amazing support system and...
Great University
Mohammed Kaabar rated 5 out of 5 stars
WSU is a great public research university in USA.