Washington State University (WSU) was founded in 1890 as Washington’s original land-grant university. Since then, the university has inspired the next generation of problem solvers. 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. It has become a distinguished public research university, but its mission remains rooted in accessibility and public service.
The University’s 11 colleges prepare students to become productive citizens, strong civic leaders, and highly skilled professionals. Research conducted by the colleges’ faculty buoys the state’s economy. It fosters innovations that change lives worldwide. 95 majors, 86 minors, and 100+ in-major specializations for freshmen, transfer students, former or non-degree students. Learning by doing. The university will have research opportunities, fieldwork, internships, and in-depth labs inspire student to explore topics with passion and purpose.
WSU is one of just 131 U.S. colleges and universities—out of 6,500+ public and private institutions—named among doctoral universities with “very high research activity” in the Carnegie Classification (2018). This designation represents the highest level of research activity for doctoral institutions.
Location
Pullman, Washington (USA)
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.
The Student Recreation Center is an inclusive membership facility that offers a variety of accessible amenities and fitness equipment. This facility also features a climbing wall, pool and space for daily fitness classes.
WSU’s campuses:
- Pullman (USA)
Nestled amidst golden hills, Pullman is where people are friendly, experiences are epic, and fun is as big as the wide, blue sky. In Pullman, traffic jams are a distant memory. With just 20 traffic signals, rush “hour” lasts about 10 minutes. That means less stress and more time to chase your dreams. Cougar Health Services on the Pullman campus treats students who need general or urgent medical care. The accredited clinic is staffed with board certified physicians and experienced health care providers. A pharmacy is on site.
- Vancouver (Canada)
Many students choose WSU Vancouver because they feel at home in a small-school atmosphere, yet want the resources of a public research university. Washington State University Vancouver is the only four-year research university in Southwest Washington. Here you will get personalized education that brings out the best in you and inspires you to achieve your highest goals.
- Tri-Cities (USA)
As one of six campuses of the Washington State University system, WSU Tri-Cities’ tight-knit campus community blends hands-on learning with opportunities for research, access to a multitude of internships, personalized instruction and an active student life. The University is driven by an ultimate goal of engaging students in hands-on learning through internships, co-ops and project-based courses. WSU Tri-Cities students are well prepared to enter the workforce job-ready and contribute to the economic vitality of this community.
- Everett (USA)
Washington State University Everett is student- and community-centered, providing industry-aligned undergraduate programs with an interdisciplinary focus to the Puget Sound region to prepare students to compete globally from the local economy. Bringing WSU’s world-class academics and research to you in small class sizes and with hands-on, project-based opportunities.
- Spokane (USA)
Pursue your health sciences goals with top-notch programs and small class sizes, from graduate and professional programs in the colleges of Medicine and Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, to an array of degrees in the College of Nursing. Study Nutrition and Exercise Physiology or Speech and Hearing Sciences or take advantage of the University’s Education program offered on the Spokane campus.
School & Faculty
- Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences
- Arts and Sciences
- Business
- Communication
- Education
- Engineering and Architecture
- Honors
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Veterinary Medicine
