Highlights

Western Washington University is a dynamic, innovative, and challenging public university. For the past twelve years, U.S. News and World Report has ranked Western the #1 regional public university in the Pacific Northwest.

Western is recognized for excellence in undergraduate education, an increasingly diverse and multicultural learning environment, and a strong sense of community. With over 160 academic programs, Western is large enough to offer tremendous academic choice, yet small enough that you won't get lost in the crowd. Seventy-seven percent of classes have fewer than 30 students and faculty make an effort to get to know their students. At Western, students are treated as individuals, not numbers.

University Attributes

Surrounded by trees and overlooking expansive Bellingham Bay, Western Washington University is located in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. Western is home to an outstanding teacher education program, nationally renowned theater and music productions, award-winning vehicle design, and unique environmental research. Its 13,500 students thrive on partnership with faculty who are rewarded for excellence in undergraduate education. Western's academics strongly emphasize exposure to other cultures, internships, and volunteer services. Students also gain first-hand experience through participating in a variety of the 250+ student clubs offered on campus, residence hall experiences, and competitive and recreational athletics.

Since its founding in 1893 as a teaching school, Western has proudly produced five generations of educators. After decades of growth, the strength of the Western experience can be found in an innovative liberal arts curriculum, as well as a size that many refer to as not too big, not too small. In recent years, Western's increasingly diverse student body has been prepared to compete in - and contribute to - a multicultural global society. While Western has evolved over the past century, the University continues to emphasize care for the individual student, commitment to academic excellence, and dedication to active community involvement.

Degrees Available

• Bachelor of Arts
• Master of Arts
• Master of Science
• MBA
• Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of Fine Arts

Degree Level

Masters Degree

Subject Areas

Experience Required

no

Application Process Involves

• Transcript
• Online Application plus Application Assessment