Eastern Washington University: what international applicants need

What are Eastern Washington University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Eastern Washington University has one application deadline for 2026–27: Regular Decision on July 26, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Eastern Washington University's acceptance rate?

90.7% for students who started in fall 2024: Eastern Washington University admitted 5,972 of its 6,581 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Eastern Washington University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Eastern Washington University is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Regular Decision deadline (July 26, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is June 5, 2027: scores on June 21, 2027, registration by May 21, 2027 (late registration May 25, 2027).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is Eastern Washington University's application fee for international students?

Eastern Washington University's application fee is $65 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Eastern Washington University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Eastern Washington University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Eastern Washington University accept?

Eastern Washington University doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Eastern Washington University require?

Eastern Washington University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Eastern Washington University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Eastern Washington University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Eastern Washington University have?

40 of Eastern Washington University's 6,952 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0.6%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Eastern Washington University cost for international students?

Eastern Washington University is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $25,959 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $8,586). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $15,574. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $45,955 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source