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Application Instructions

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Submitting Your Application File

We can serve you better - and faster! - if the transcripts (sealed by your school) arrive as soon as possible after submitting your online application. In the case of test scores, we prefer that the testing agency send them directly to WWU. But test scores sent from your high school are perfectly acceptable and in fact may be the only way to ensure that your application file is complete by the deadline.

We also recommend that you include your Social Security Number or date of birth on all materials mailed separately from your application, to help the Admissions Office match up your documents.

Mail all application materials to:
  • Western Washington University
  • Office of Admissions
  • 516 High Street
  • Bellingham, WA 98225-9009
Complete Application File

A complete application file consists of:

  • Application
  • Non-refundable application fee of $50;
  • Official high school transcript(s);
  • Official test scores from SAT I or ACT; and
  • Official transcript from each college attended.

It is important that you also read the instructions as you complete the admission application form. It is your responsibility to be aware of all pertinent application requirements.

Confirmation

You should receive a confirmation post card within 2 weeks after Western receives your application. If you don't receive confirmation, call the Office of Admissions at (360) 650-3440.

Application Fee

A non-refundable $50 application fee is required with your application. When you apply online, you will be asked to submit a credit card, debit card, or electronic check to complete the application. If you use a paper application, your application fee must be in the form of a check or money order, payable to "Western Washington University". Please include your social security number or birth date on your check.

If you are requesting a fee waiver due to extreme financial need, or you have been approved for a fee waiver through SAT, ACT, etc., you need to request a fee waiver. If you apply online you will have the option to request a fee waiver at the time you submit your application. If you apply on paper be sure to include a detailed written request for a fee waiver or include a copy of your approved fee waiver form.

Transcripts: General Guidelines

Applicants are responsible for requesting official transcripts from the appropriate institutions as defined below. A transcript is considered "official" if it bears the official seal and authorizing signature of the issuing institution and is:

  • sent directly by the school to the Office of Admissions or
  • sealed by the school and mailed or delivered to Admissions by you. If the envelope has been opened before it arrives in the Office of Admissions, the transcript is not official.
High School Transcript

You must request a transcript from the last high school you attended. If you attended more than one high school, it is recommended that you submit transcripts from all of them.

If you are still enrolled in high school, the transcript(s) must show your grades for each term of grades 9-11.

  • If you have already graduated or have left high school, your high school transcript must show all course work completed.
College Transcripts

Submit transcripts from all colleges attended. These transcripts will enable Admissions to process your application more efficiently and expedite the awarding of transfer credit.

Test Scores

Test scores are official if they are:

  • sent directly from the testing agency to the WWU or
  • sent directly from the high school (handwritten scores are not acceptable).

Test scores sent directly from the testing agency will enable the Office of Admissions to process your application more quickly.

How To Order Test Scores
Students with Disabilities

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact disAbility Resources for Students (360) 650-3083; TTY user # (360) 650-3725 or the Washington State Relay Service at 800-833-6388 (TTY)

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