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Washington State University Admissions 2025: Application Deadline, Requirements & Costs

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First-year students can apply for Washington State University admission 2025 after graduating from high school. Applicants must submit their application by the priority Washington State University deadline of Mar 31, 2025, to be eligible for automatic awarding of university waivers.

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Washington State University Admission Process 2025

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Q:   Is GRE required for Washington State University?

A: 

GRE score is optional for international students to get admission to the university's graduate courses. However, students must meet other requirements like academic scores, English language requirements, additional requirements, etc. to get admission. Mentioned below are the graduate program admission requirements for international students:

  • Complete a bachelor’s degree equivalent to US bachelor’s degree
  • Must achieve a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or a B grade or better
  • Submit an additional test score for the GRE/GMAT
  • Meet the English language requirements
  • Provide three LOR

Q:   What are the admission requirements for Washington State University?

A: 

International students must meet the Washington State University requirements  to get admission into UG and PG programs. Mentioned below are the general admission criteria for admission to UG and PG programs: 

Requirements for UG Admissions

  • Must complete a minimum of 12 years of school
  • Score at least a GPA of 2.7 on a scale of 4.0
  • Submit your official high school transcripts
  • Meet the English language requirements
  • Provide additional test scores for ACT/SAT
  • Meet the English language requirements of IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/Duolingo

Note: Students with 2.30 to 2.69 GPA can apply for the Undergraduate Foundation program.

Requirements for PG Admissions

  • Complete a bachelor’s degree equivalent to US bachelor’s degree
  • Must achieve a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or a B grade or better
  • Submit an additional test score for the GRE/GMAT
  • Meet the English language requirements
  • Provide three LOR

Also read about the Requirements to Study in the USA for International Students

Q:   How to get admission in Washington State University for Indian students?

A: 

Indian students who wish to study at WSU University can apply for admission either through “Common Application” or via “Official Website”. To submit the admission application, there is a Washington State University application fee that applicants have to pay. Mentioned below steps following which students can apply for admission to the university:

Step 1: Prepare your documents as if academic transcripts, test score, etc. and submit

Step 2: Complete your online application

Step 3: Pay the non-refundable application fee

Step 4: Secure your funding & housing

Washington State University MS Admission 2025

32 courses 1 year - 2 years
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₹ 18.5L - 24.7L

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  • Accepting Exams: IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo, PTE, GRE
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Q:   What is Washington State University MS in CS fee for international students?

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The Washington State University MS in CS fees for first year is around INR 24 L for international students. The below table includes the complete first year package to study MS in CS in the USA at WSU:

 

Fees components

Amount (for 1 year)

Tuition & fees

INR 24,48,310

Hostel & Meals

INR 5,76,112

Insurance

INR 2,48,578

Transportation

INR 1,33,489

Books and Supplies

INR 94,848

Miscellaneous Expenses

INR 1,54,567

Application Fees

INR 7,528

Mandatory Fees

INR 98,862

Total approximate fees

INR 37,62,294

Q:   What are the requirements for Washington State University's MS in CS admissions?

A: 

International students who wish to study MS in CS at Washington State must meet the below requirements:

  • Complete a bachelor’s degree in computer Science equivalent to US bachelor’s degree
  • Submit an additional test score of GRE/GMAT
  • Meet the English language requirements, 93 TOEFL minimum score
  • Provide three LOR
  • Resume/CV
  • Statement of Purpose

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Washington State University Application Process 2025

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Q:   What is the application deadline of Washington State University?

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The application deadline for admission at Washington State depends on the programme you apply for. International students can submit their application through ‘Common Application’ by Mar 31, 2025, for UG admission at the university. Mentioned below are the Washington State deadlines for graduate admission:

Intakes

Application Deadline

Fall 2025

Jan 10, 2025

Spring 2025

Jul 01, 2025

Q:   How much is the Washington State University application fee?

A: 

The University of Washington application fee varies by application type for international students. Mentioned below are the application fee for UG, PG, and MBA admission:

  • UG: USD 70 or INR 5866.98
  • PG: USD 90 or INR 7543.26
  • MBA: USD 75 or INR 6286.05

(USD 1 = INR 83.81 as of Aug 26, 2024)

Check the list of USA Universities with No Application Fees

Washington State University Enrollment Statistics 2024

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Q:   Is Washington State University easy to get into?

A: 

It is easy for international students to get admission to Washington State because of its acceptance rate. The university receives around 26,166 applications among which 22,335 get admission offers. The Washington State acceptance rate is around 85%, which is not high as compared to other top universities in the USA. Applicants must have a good GPA and academic profile to get admission to the university.

Check the list of High Acceptance Rate Universities in the USA

Q:   How many people apply for admission at Washington State University?

A: 

Over 25,000 applicants apply for admission at the university in the fall of 2023-24 among which 22,335 get admission offer. The table below includes the Washington State University enrollment for the fall of 2023-24:

Particulars

Stats 2023-2024

Application Received

26,166

Admitted Students

22,335

Total Students Enrolled

4,249

Yield Rate

19.0%

Acceptance Rate

85.36%

Washington State University Admission 2025 FAQs

Q:   Which is better, Washington State University or the University of Washington and why?

A: 

Washington State University and the University of Washington are among the top universities in the USA that offer the best education to students. As per the students reviews, the WSU has nationally and world-renowned Veterinary, Agriculture, Engineering, and Broadcast programs. UW has Revered law, Business, and Medical programs. The classes at both UW and WSU felt equal in their difficulty and volume of coursework. However, students get more help and attention at WSU than at UW. The below table includes the fees range and world ranking of both the universities:

Universities

QS World Ranking 2024

First-Year Tuition Fees

Washington State University

419

INR 22 L to INR 51 L

University of Washington

63

INR 7 L to INR 61 L

Q:   What are the requirements for graduate admission to Washington State University?

A: 

Mentioned below are the requirements for graduate admission to Washington State University for international students:

  • International students must have an equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution. The bachelor's degree should have completed a minimum of four years of study beyond grade 12
  • Must have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or a B grade or better
  • Provide three letters of recommendation through the online application process
  • Submit the proof of English language proficiency
  • Submit GMAT/GRE score
  • Meet the additional requirements of the program

Q:   Why study at Washington State University?

A: 

Washington State University is among the popular research university that offers world-ranking programs to students. The university also offers merit-based scholarships to student to manage their studies. Students get quality education at an affordable tuition fees. The WSU ranking is also impressive as it ranks among the top universities in the USA. Therefore, WSU is among the perfect choice to study in the USA.

Q:   What GPA score do I need to get a seat at Washington State University?

A: 

Washington State University HPA requirements for international students are different for undergraduate and graduate programs. Mentioned below are the minimum GPA required for admission to UG and PG programs:

  • Applicants must have a minimum grade point average of 2.70 (on a 4.00 scale) for undergraduate admission
  • Students must have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for graduate admission

Also read: What is the Difference Between GPA and CGPA?

 

Q:   Does Washington State University give full ride scholarships?

A: 

After applying for admission, international students are automatically considered for Washington State University scholarships. Students are eligible for verities of awards from the university. To be considered for additional WSU scholarships, students have to apply for admission and scholarships by Jan 31, 2025. We have mentioned below some scholarships and awards available for international students:

  • International Academic Award - Available for first-year students (renewable for 3 additional years) who have less than 1 year of college credit.
  • International Year One Progression Award – Offered to students who complete their UG Foundation programme with a 3.5 GPA and apply at WSU. The value is USD 4,000/year tuition waiver
  • International Merit Award - Offered to undergraduate students who must have at least GPA of 3.6. The value is USD 2,000 tuition waiver per semester
  • Departmental and programme awards - The university and its academic colleges, departments, and campuses award scholarships to international students.

Also read: Scholarships in the USA

Q:   Is it hard to get accepted at Washington State University?

A: 

Washington State University is not hard to get admission for international students because of its acceptance rate. The university's acceptance rate is around 85%, which means out of 100 applications 85 students are admitted. Therefore, it is easy for international students to get admission to the university to study UG and PG courses.

Q:   Which one is better for Civil Engineering among Washington State University and Texas A&M University?

A: 

Washington State University and Texas A&M University are among the top universities to study Civil Engineering in the USA for international students. They offer quality education to students at a low cost. Mentioned below is the comparison between them in terms of tuition fees and acceptance rates:

UniversitiesFirst Year Tuition FeesAcceptance Rate
Washington State UniversityINR 24.48 L85%
Texas A&M UniversityINR 13.89 L64%

WSU is better than Texas A&M in terms of acceptance rate but Texas A&M is better than WSU in terms of tuition fees. Therefore, it's your choice where you want to apply for admission.

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