Western Washington University: what international applicants need

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

Western Washington University has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on November 1, 2026 and Regular Decision on January 31, 2027.

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

What is Western Washington University's acceptance rate?

93.2% for students who started in fall 2024: Western Washington University admitted 13,162 of its 14,115 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 Western Washington University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Western 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 Early Action deadline (November 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (January 31, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Western Washington University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 560–680 in Math and 590–710 in Reading and Writing (9% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 24–31.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

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

Western Washington University's application fee is $70 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

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

Yes. Western 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 Western Washington University accept?

Western 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 Western Washington University require?

Western 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 Western Washington University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Western 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 Western Washington University have?

143 of Western Washington University's 13,752 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1%.

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

How much does Western Washington University cost for international students?

Western Washington University is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $28,707 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $9,582). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $15,747. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $50,400 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

Does Western Washington University give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2025-26, Western Washington University gave institutional scholarships or grants to 72 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2025-26 Source