Wondering how you'll pay for college?
If you need help paying for college, you're not alone; most people just don't have that much money to spend. The good news is, lack of funds doesn't have to stop you. Every year WSU awards approximately $207 million in scholarships and financial aid to more than 17,000 students. (How's that for economic stimulus?)
There are hundreds of ways to put our nationally ranked academic programs within your reach. So check them out. Chances are, we can help.
WSU has financial aid for you.
Scholarships
Grades, talent, financial need, leadership, ambition — any one of these could get you a scholarship. Fill out a scholarship application. See what happens.
Find out more about WSU scholarships for:
Find out how and when to apply for scholarships.Financial aid
Depending on your level of financial need, you could get grants, loans, work-study jobs on campus, and scholarships, too. Use our financial aid estimator to calculate how much aid you might be eligible for.
Remember to:
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Fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
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Fill out a WSU scholarship application when you apply for admission.
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Check out WSU's Cougar Commitment program for in-state students and the Cougar Academic Award for out-of-state students.
Military and veteran benefits
WSU offers support for both veterans and students on active duty. In fact, we're ranked among the most military-friendly schools in the nation.
Military benefits & veterans' resources at WSU
Tuition and Costs
See how much it costs to attend WSU: here's what WSU students should plan to pay in tuition, student fees, and housing.
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Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships
- More about scholarships, how to find them, and how to apply for them.
- Ways to finance your college education, both through WSU and outside sources.
- Also, more about the FAFSA.
Tuition and costs - See how much it costs to attend WSU.
Applications
Paying your way at WSU
- Pay tuition deposit - If your admission application has been accepted, making an advance tuition deposit will reserve your space at WSU.
- Pay tuition and other fees - You can use a credit card to make payments on your tuition, housing, dining, and other accounts. Avoid penalties by making sure you know your tuition due date.