Good

Score: 63/100

Western Washington University

4-Year Public

📍 Bellingham, Washington 98225

🌐 wwu.edu/

Outcomes

B+

77/100

Affordability

50/100

Resources

53/100

Experience

A+

95/100

Prestige

44/100

Quick Stats

14,651

Total Enrollment

66%

Graduation Rate

80%

Retention Rate

17.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

91%

Acceptance Rate

$22,096

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near Western Washington University ▼

5% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 762 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value

$670,506

Avg Monthly Rent

$1,867

1-Year Change

+1.9%

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For parents & investors

The Western Washington University Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $670,506
Avg rent near campus: $1,867/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 98276 (2.7% cap, Nooksack)

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🏆 Where Western Washington University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

Human Services, General

of 100 schools

Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other

of 35 schools

#19

Creative Writing

of 70 schools

#22

Special Education and Teaching, General

of 100 schools

#23

Sustainability Studies

of 43 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$7,997	$26,564
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$29,967	$48,534

Financial Aid

95%

Receive Any Aid

21%

Receive Pell Grants

33%

Take Out Loans

$22,096

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$11,416
$30,001 - $48,000	$12,741
$48,001 - $75,000	$16,177
$75,001 - $110,000	$21,581
$110,001+	$25,698

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Psychology, General 234 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 137 grads/yr Creative Writing 129 grads/yr Environmental Science 118 grads/yr Sociology, General 114 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 110 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 101 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 99 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 95 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 83 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 80 grads/yr History, General 78 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 72 grads/yr Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other 71 grads/yr Environmental Studies 70 grads/yr Human Services, General 66 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 66 grads/yr Sustainability Studies 64 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 63 grads/yr Geology/Earth Science, General 59 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Western Washington University's top programs commonly pursue.

Managers, all other

$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Psychologists, all other

$118k/yr 55,300 jobs

Industrial-organizational psychologists

$110k/yr 5,600 jobs

Clinical and counseling psychologists

$96k/yr 76,300 jobs

Psychology teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 52,500 jobs

Social science research assistants

$58k/yr 40,600 jobs

Computer and information systems managers

$171k/yr 667,100 jobs

Computer and information research scientists

$141k/yr 40,300 jobs

Student Demographics

14,651

Total Students

58%

Women

92%

Traditional Age (18-24)

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 69%

Hispanic 11%

Black 2%

Asian 6%

Two or More 9%

Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 91%

Off-Campus (Renters) 5%

With Family 4%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~762 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 86%

Hybrid (Some Online) 13%

Fully Online 1%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 92%

25-64 (Adult) 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Western Washington University?

Western Washington University has an acceptance rate of 91%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Western Washington University?

Tuition at Western Washington University is $7,997 for in-state students and $26,564 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $22,096.

What is the graduation rate at Western Washington University?

The graduation rate at Western Washington University is 66%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Western Washington University a good school?

Western Washington University has a Repit College Score of 63/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend Western Washington University?

Western Washington University has a total enrollment of 14,651 students. Most students (92%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Is there rental demand near Western Washington University?

Yes! Approximately 5% of students at Western Washington University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 762 students who need rental housing near campus.

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