Oregon residents

Accessible Excellence for the Portland-Vancouver Metro Area

WSU Vancouver provides a premier research university experience just minutes north of Portland. Located conveniently near I-5 and I-205, our campus offers Oregon residents a seamless transition to high-quality higher education within the Portland-Vancouver metropolitan area. Whether you are commuting from Multnomah County or beyond, you will find a supportive academic community dedicated to your professional growth and success.

As a bridge to your future, WSU Vancouver features twenty-three bachelor’s degrees, eleven master’s degrees, and fifteen doctorate degrees* across more than thirty-seven fields of study. We combine the resources of a large university system with the purposeful, small-class environment of a local campus. Explore our diverse academic programs and discover how our location makes earning a world-class degree more accessible than ever.

* Additional Ph.D. programs are officially offered through WSU Pullman, but can be completed on the Vancouver campus.

Non-Residents of Washington

Gilman International

Pell Grant recipients can receive up to $5,000 to study or intern abroad through the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship. Extra funding is available for critical need languages. Discover application cycles and eligibility for world travel.
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Western Undergraduate Exchange

Save $12,000 annually at WSU Vancouver through the Western Undergraduate Exchange. This tuition reduction program supports eligible out-of-state students pursuing undergraduate degrees. Discover eligibility criteria and renewal requirements for the WUE program to make your education more affordable.
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Oregon residents

Border Bill

Save on tuition at WSU Vancouver with the Border Bill. Oregon residents in select counties can pay resident rates for part-time enrollment. Learn about eligibility criteria, the application process, and how to reduce your educational costs while living in Oregon. Apply today to start saving.
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PDX Tuition Advantage

Eligible Oregon residents from Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington counties can pay in-state tuition at WSU Vancouver. Save thousands on your degree with the PDX Tuition Advantage. Learn about eligibility, application steps, and residency requirements for Portland-area undergraduate students.
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Cougar Center

Admissions & Student Services
Email Address van.admissions@wsu.edu
Phone 360-546-WSUV (9788)
LocationThe Cougar Center is located in the upper level of the Student Services Center.

Cougar Center Schedule

  • Mon – Fri: 8:00am – 5:00pm