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Western Washington University

Bellingham, Washington, United States
University
Rankings2026

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CWUR World University Rankings (2026)
#1740
Acceptance Rate
93%
Completion Rate
65%
Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.

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University Overview

High-level facts that define this university.

University Name
Western Washington University
Location
Bellingham, Washington, United States
Undergraduate students
13544
International Students
1%
Student-to-Staff Ratio
18:1

Student Experience

Lifestyle signals that shape daily campus life.

Cultural Environment
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle
Social Life
Urban
Climate
Cool maritime
Safety
7.5
City Characteristics
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)

Fees and entry for international students

Confirmed international fee
US$27,717/yr
2026-27, across 107 courses with a confirmed fee

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Courses at Western Washington University

174 courses, A–Z.