Western Washington University is a public university, located in Bellingham, Washington, United States. The university was established in 1893 as New Whatcom Normal School. Then in 1977, the institute gained university status and got named as The Western Washington University.&nbsp;Western Washington University programs&nbsp;are offered in&nbsp;175+ academic disciplines&nbsp;with 74% of its faculty holding the highest degree in their field.&nbsp;The university also offers International Achievement Awards to its meritorious international students.

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Facts -&nbsp;

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	<li>Western Washington University is ranked #601&ndash;800th by World University Rankings in 2021.</li>
	<li>Over 16000 students are currently enrolled in the university</li>
	<li>The University has 250 plus student-led clubs and organizations</li>
	<li>The institute has 18:1student to faculty ratio and 27 is the average class size</li>
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About

<h3>On-Campus Accommodation -&nbsp;</h3>

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	<li>The university has 16 unique residence halls from which students can live.</li>
	<li>There are corridor-style, suite-style apartments with single, double, and triple occupancy rooms.</li>
	<li>LGBTQ+ and wheelchair-accessible halls are also available.</li>
	<li>Each community has a front desk, laundry facilities, community kitchens, study areas, computer lab, TV lounge, piano, game room, bike storage, and limited permit parking.</li>
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Yearly Accommodation&nbsp;costs around USD 13,079 to USD 14,000.

<h3>Off-Campus Accommodation&nbsp;-&nbsp;</h3>

Several apartment buildings provide accommodation possibilities for students. Typically, the monthly rent for a one-bedroom flat is between USD 900 to&nbsp;USD 1,500. 
Living with roommates in a shared home or apartment is a cost-effective choice. The monthly rent for shared housing can range from USD 500 to USD 900.

<h3>Food Facilities -&nbsp;</h3>

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	<li>Naan and Brew</li>
	<li>Indian Grill Restaurant</li>
	<li>Tandoori Bites</li>
	<li>Simmering Tava</li>
	<li>Taste of India</li>
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Accommodation

Alumni and students at Western Washington University can&nbsp;connect professionally, further their professional development, and find events and clubs that they share interests in through the WeConnect network.

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	<li>Join the Western Washington University Alumni Association to support student scholarships and benefit from exclusive invites, advantages, and savings.</li>
	<li>The university offers several possibilities for you to become involved, whether you&#39;d want to organise an event, serve on our board, or mentor a student</li>
</ul>

Notable Alumni -&nbsp;

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	<li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/therobangel/">Robert Angel</a>&nbsp;- Creator of Pictionary</li>
	<li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Odesza">Harrison Mills</a>&nbsp;- Creator of electronic dance duo ODESZA</li>
</ul>

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alumni

Application portal&nbsp;-&nbsp;<a href="https://apply.wwu.edu/apply/">Online</a>

*The applicants need to apply from the university official website

Application fee: 60 USD (non-refundable)

Admission requirements -&nbsp;

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	<li>Academic transcript</li>
	<li>Letters of recommendation</li>
	<li>SAT or ACT&nbsp;scores/ GMAT&nbsp;or GRE scores</li>
	<li>English test scores</li>
	<li>Resume or CV</li>
	<li>Personal statement/ Essay</li>
	<li>Statement of financial responsibility</li>
</ul>

<h3>Student Clubs and Organisations -&nbsp;</h3>

More than 250 student-led clubs and organizations work for the students, organizing various events in where students coordinate and participate. These events help students develop leadership, management, and personal skills. Some of these clubs are -&nbsp;

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	<li>Bee Club</li>
	<li>Poets and Lyricists Society</li>
	<li>Club Baseball</li>
	<li>WWU swimming</li>
	<li>Cycling Club</li>
</ul>

<h3>The Outdoor Center -&nbsp;</h3>

The Outdoor Center provides exciting excursions to safely explore the stunning local landscape and learn more about the northwest lifestyle. Participating in the tours is a great way to try something new, make friends, and learn new skills. Weekly outings include yoga, hiking, biking, and kayaking, and the center offers weekend-long excursions for whitewater rafting or mountaineering.

<h3>Medical Services -&nbsp;</h3>

The Student Health Center at Western Washington University recently announced that it had implemented a new electronic medical record system (EMR) called Point and Click.&nbsp;Unlike many EMRs that focus on hospital or private practice clinics, Point and Click specialize in college health.&nbsp;Over 200 colleges and universities nationwide already use Point and Click daily.

According to the 2022 U.S. News &amp; World Report college rankings, Western Washington University is the highest-ranked public, master&#39;s-granting university in the Pacific Northwest, as well as 4th in a rating of the finest public schools in the West. As a result, it provides excellent value for money in the state.

Professors at WWU have specialized knowledge in their areas of study and offer a wealth of information and experience to the classroom. They have advanced degrees and are frequently involved in artistic, academic, and research endeavors.

Notable Faculty -&nbsp;

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	<li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddie-vajda-5334772b/">Edward Vajda</a>&nbsp;- Historical Linguist Professor</li>
	<li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-bertolino-54212631/">James Bertolino</a>&nbsp;- English Professor</li>
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Programs -&nbsp;

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	<li>Western Washington University offers&nbsp;175+ academic programs&nbsp;at UG, PG, and certificate levels.</li>
	<li>The university consists of 6 colleges:&nbsp;College of Business and Economics, College of Fine and Performing Arts, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, College of Science and Engineering, Huxley College of the Environment, Woodring College of Education, Fairhaven College of Interdisciplinary Studies and Graduate School.</li>
	<li>Western Washington University offers various degree types in the interest area of Arts and Humanities, business, environment, education, health and Behavioral Sciences, Science and Technology, and Social Sciences.</li>
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faculty

Western Washington University provides financial aid to its admitted students. It offers a wide variety of merit-based scholarships for international students.

Some of these scholarships are -&nbsp;

International achievement award&nbsp;-&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>4-year merit scholarship awarded to a student demonstrating solid academic performance.</li>
	<li>Selection is based on the application, including essays, GPA, and evidence of English proficiency.</li>
	<li>20,000 USD to 24,000 USD worth of merit scholarships.</li>
	<li>The minimum GPA required is 3.6, and a 24 ACT or 1180 SAT score.</li>
</ul>

James Michael Haskell Memorial Scholarship&nbsp;

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	<li>They are awarded to entering first-year students from Washington State who demonstrate exemplary academic achievement with 2500 USD per year for four years.</li>
	<li>Applicants are considered based on admission application material.</li>
</ul>

Lorraine M.Mortimer Scholarship

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	<li>They are awarded to entering first-year students&nbsp;from Washington who demonstrate academic excellence, financial need, a history of community-oriented activity, and potential leadership quality.</li>
	<li>The Award covers tuition fees for four years. Applicants are considered based on admission application material.</li>
</ul>

Western Award for excellence&nbsp;

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	<li>Highly competitive 32,000 USD merit scholarship awarded to incoming first-year students. 8000 USD per year for four years is awarded.</li>
	<li>It is based on academic performance.</li>
	<li>The average GPA required is 3.8, and 28 ACT or 1320 Sat scores.</li>
	<li>It is based on the information provided in the admission application.</li>
</ul>

*Note: These scholarships may vary from time to time, so keep an eye on the university website.&nbsp;

Financial Aid

Western Washington University has&nbsp;a huge campus of over 215 acres, the university provides lots of opportunities and facilities to the students such as -&nbsp;

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	<li>The campus includes an Electronic Music Studio, an air pollution lab, a motor vehicle research lab, a Marine research lab, a wind tunnel, an electronic microscope, and a neutron generator lab.</li>
	<li>The University has an off-campus facility at Shannon Point Marine Center in Anacortes, Washington. It is a 15-acre student University facility at nearby Lake Whatcom.</li>
	<li>Students interested in sports can participate in 8 conference championships in the great northwest athletic conference (gnac): women&#39;s soccer and volleyball, men&#39;s track &amp; field (indoor &amp; outdoor), men&#39;s and women&#39;s basketball and golf.</li>
	<li>For students interested in adventure, Bellingham is also a hub of outdoor activity, with easy access to snowboarding, skiing, mountain biking, hiking, and sailing.</li>
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Campus Safety -&nbsp;

The university believes safety is a community-wide effort, hence each member needs to take the responsibility of anything fishy that happens over the campus. For this the university provides several facilities.&nbsp;

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	<li>University police patrols the campus 24/7.</li>
	<li>There are Greencoats available, they provide walking safety escorts throughout the campus</li>
	<li>They have a notification or alert system in which they send pre-recorded voice messages or texts to people who are in danger.</li>
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infrastructure

Bellingham is the northernmost city in Washington. The city is famous for outdoor tourist recreation in the San Juan Islands and North Cascades. It is also called the city of subdued excitement. Bellingham is a hub of outdoor activity, with snowboarding, skiing, mountain biking, hiking and sailing available.&nbsp;

With a population of 92,000, Bellingham is a friendly, secure community that combines the appeal of a coastal town with the benefits of a larger city. Western students describe Bellingham as an adventure, a welcome change of scenery, and a wonderful location to call home.

Important Landmarks/Places Nearby -&nbsp;

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	<li>Whatcom Falls Park</li>
	<li>Fairhaven Historic District</li>
	<li>Chuckanut Drive</li>
	<li>Boulevard Park</li>
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Travel and Transportation -&nbsp;

Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) is the public transportation system in Bellingham that runs buses all throughout the city. &nbsp;Students who want unlimited trips on all WTA buses can buy a bus pass. On Mondays and weekends, the WTA also provides a night shuttle that travels from campus to downtown Bellingham.

location

Western Washington University organizes on-campus job placement and internship fairs during the winter and spring semesters.&nbsp;

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	<li>Graduates&#39; highest-paid designations include Software Developer, Operations Manager, Account Manager, and Marketing Director.</li>
	<li>On average, graduates earn a starting salary of 56,000 USD per year. In mid-career, this increases to around 102,000 USD.</li>
	<li>Students who graduate from Western Washington with a Bachelor of Science degree are among the highest-paid graduates at the institute.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Placements

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	<li>Summer (June to August) - Average high temperatures during the summer range from 20&deg;C&nbsp;to 24&deg;C.</li>
	<li>Fall (September to November) -&nbsp;Average highs during this season range from 16&deg;C to 20&deg;C,&nbsp;with cooler evenings and occasional rainfall.</li>
	<li>Winter (December to February) - Average high temperatures during winter range from 7&deg;C to 11&deg;C, with occasional snowfall and rain.</li>
	<li>Spring (March to May) -&nbsp;Average highs range from 12&deg; to 16&deg;C, with increasing sunshine and occasional rain showers.</li>
</ul>

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