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Applying to Western Washington University in Bellingham, WA : Info & How-To

If you’re contemplating submitting an application to Western Washington University, it’s worth noting that this college, situated in Bellingham, WA, USA, is recognized for being less selective compared to other colleges throughout the country.

Basic Info on Applications and Admissions

SAT/ACT Scores as an Admission Factor?	Considered but Not Required
Advanced Placement Credits Accepted?	Yes
Application Undergraduate Fee	$65
Admissions Website	admissions.wwu.edu/
Online Appliation Website	admissions.wwu.edu/apply

What You Need to Know Before Applying

Open Admissions	No
Selectivity of College	Less Selective
Applications Accepted	94%

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Is It Hard to Get Into WWU?

Acceptance Rate

With an acceptance rate of 94%, WWU has a fairly liberal admissions policy. However, don't just assume you'll get in! Put together a good application and make sure you include all requested documents and materials.

Average Test Scores

About 83% of students accepted to WWU submitted their SAT scores. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 550 and 650. Math scores were between 530 and 620.

WWU received ACT scores from 22% of accepted students. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 22 and 28.

Notes and References

References

• National Center for Education Statistics
• College Scorecard
• Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
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