First-year students

Start Your Journey at WSU Vancouver

Join a vibrant community of scholars at WSU Vancouver. As a first-year student, you will find a supportive environment designed to help you excel academically and personally. Whether you are finishing high school or have recently graduated, our campus offers the resources and degree programs necessary to build a successful future.

WSU Vancouver evaluates qualified applicants on a first-come, first-served basis. By applying early, you ensure the best opportunity for admission and financial aid consideration. Explore our campus resources, connect with faculty, and discover why so many students choose to call WSU Vancouver home.

Admission Requirements

You are considered a first-year student if:

• You expect to graduate from high school this academic year.
• You have graduated and have not enrolled in college beyond the first summer after graduation.

If these do not apply to you, please view our Applicant categories.

Admission Criteria

To be eligible for admission, you must meet the College Academic Distribution Requirements, or CADRs, established by the Washington Student Achievement Council.

Students with an unweighted, cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or higher who participate in the Washington Guaranteed Admissions Program are guaranteed admission. If your GPA is below this threshold, you may be asked to provide additional documentation for a holistic review.

Enrollment Considerations

• Current High School Students: You must maintain a satisfactory academic record and provide proof of graduation before enrolling.
• Priority Deadlines: Submit your application early for the best consideration. Applications submitted after priority dates are reviewed based on available space. If you change your intended start term, a new application is required.